Project Manager - Diagnostics

Astellas Pharma Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in the UK is seeking a Project Manager for Diagnostics. In this role, you will oversee project planning, manage budgets, and ensure timely execution of high-priority projects in a hybrid working environment. The ideal candidate should be experienced in project management and possess a strong background in life sciences. This position emphasizes flexibility, allowing remote work with in-office requirements once per quarter.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects within drug programs.
• Experience with budget management and contract negotiations.
• Leadership experience in project execution and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytics frameworks for evaluating Medical Affairs activities.
• Partner with teams to translate insights into actions.
• Monitor performance by integrating data sources.

Skills

Project management

Analytical evaluation

Budget management

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

BSc, MSc, or PhD in life sciences or related field

Tools

Standardized project management tools

Job description

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Project Manager, Diagnostics

About Astellas: At Astellas, we are a progressive health partner dedicated to delivering value and outcomes. We focus on innovative science, especially in areas with high patient need, including rare or under-served diseases and life-threatening conditions. We collaborate directly with patients, healthcare professionals, and regulatory authorities to ensure patient-centric development and access to new therapies.

Opportunity: As a Diagnostics Project Manager, you will lead and execute project planning, budget management, and timeline tracking for multiple high-priority projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery with proper risk management.

Hybrid Working: This role offers a flexible remote working arrangement, allowing you to work from home and in our Addlestone office at least once per quarter.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Develop analytics frameworks to evaluate Medical Affairs activities.
• Partner with various teams to derive insights and translate them into impactful actions.
• Integrate data sources to monitor performance and demonstrate initiative value.
• Support deployment of measurement strategies, including feedback tools like NPS.
• Collaborate across functions to align analytics with strategic goals.
• Refine impact measurement strategies to ensure ongoing relevance and accuracy.

Required Qualifications:

• Manage multiple trials within drug programs, aligning with development timelines.
• Handle project plans, budgets, contracts, and invoices in coordination with finance and vendors.
• Lead meetings with clear agendas and action points.
• Identify and manage project risks.
• Use standardized project management tools and methods.
• Implement process improvements and best practices.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across functions.
• Mentor junior managers.
• Report to the Global Head of Precision Medicine and Diagnostics.

Education/Qualifications:

• BSc, MSc, or PhD in life sciences or related field.

Preferred Knowledge & Experience:

• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP).

Working Environment:

• Permanent, full-time position based in the UK.
• Hybrid work model with at least one day per quarter in the office.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.