CMC Project Manager

AstraZeneca; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 122,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical-stage oncology company in Hamilton is seeking a CMC Project Manager to coordinate cross-functional operations in manufacturing. The candidate should have over 3 years of experience in product development, an advanced degree in a relevant field, and PMP certification preferred. Responsibilities include managing project timelines, leading team meetings, and collaborating with manufacturing partners. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $122,635 to $160,959, alongside various benefits.

Benefits

4 weeks paid vacation

Annual Variable Pay Bonus

Equity-based long-term incentive program

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in product development and manufacturing.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience with investigational product manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute new or existing projects within Technical Operations.
• Build and maintain detailed Gantt charts.
• Lead recurring team meetings and distribute minutes.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Collaborate on the introduction of new materials into the clinical supply chain.

Skills

Project management

Strong leadership skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Analytical method development

Organizational skills

Education

Advanced degree in Chemical/Pharmaceutical Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Fusion Pharmaceuticals, a member of the AstraZeneca Group, is a clinical-stage oncology company focused on developing next-generation radioconjugates (RCs) as precision medicines. Fusion connects alpha particle emitting isotopes to various targeting molecules to selectively deliver the alpha emitting payloads to tumors. Fusion’s clinical portfolio includes: FPI-2265 targeting PSMA for metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer currently in a Phase 2 trial; FPI-1434 targeting IGF-1 receptor currently in a Phase 1 trial; FPI-2059, a small molecule targeting neurotensin receptor 1 (NTSR1), currently in a Phase 1 trial; and FPI-2068, a bispecific IgG-based EGFR-cMET targeted radioconjugate currently in a Phase 1 trial. In addition, Fusion is pursuing combination programs between RCs and DDRis and immune-oncology agents. Fusion has a fully operational Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant state-of-the-art radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility to meet supply demand for Fusion's growing pipeline of RCs.

The Role

Fusion is looking for a CMC Project Manager. The incumbent will be responsible to coordinate the cross-functional planning and operations of multiple projects within manufacturing, manage timelines, and mitigate risk to ensure successful delivery of team goals. This role will report to the Director, Technical Operations. The successful candidate must have excellent project management skills, a strong engineering background and experience with manufacture of investigational products.

Responsibilities

• Plan, initiate and execute new or existing projects within Technical Operations and cross-functionally.
• Build and maintain detailed Gantt charts that illustrate complex interdependencies and project timelines.
• Lead recurring team meetings by developing structured agendas, facilitating discussions and distributing meeting minutes.
• Coordinate and track activities across multiple projects both internally and with external manufacturing partners.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans. Work with internal and external resources on implementation.
• Collaborate with the radiopharmaceutical and quality teams on the introduction of new materials and processes into the clinical supply chain.
• Apply practical working knowledge and application of project management techniques and concepts to internal and external manufacturing initiatives.
• Provide updates on activities being coordinated to functional leadership verbally and via

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in product development and manufacturing; Advanced degree in Chemical/Pharmaceutical Engineering, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Science, or related scientific discipline preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience with investigational product manufacturing (early phase to commercial).
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Experience with external manufacturing oversite.
• Experience with analytical method development and validation desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that lead to successful collaborative working relationships with key colleagues across the organization.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong leadership skills, demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment on key technical issue.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Annual base salary for this position ranges from 122,635.20 to 160,958.70.

Compensation and Benefits

AstraZeneca is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The range provided in this posting represents an offer pay range used in a majority of situations. The base pay offered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, and other specific business and organizational needs. In some cases, offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances.

In addition, our permanent positions offer an annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity as well as eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role). Benefits offered for permanent roles include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks’ paid vacation, and annual Personal Days. Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.

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