Global Study Manager, Oncology R&D, Early Oncology Clinical - 12 Month Contract

Introduction to role: Are you ready to make a difference in the world of clinical research? As a Global Study Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of clinical studies with a focus on quality and compliance. This dynamic position requires flexibility as you navigate the unique challenges of each clinical program. Accountabilities: Contribute to the development and updates of study documents, ensuring template and version compliance. Lead the preparation of country-specific agreements, confidentiality agreements, clinical trial applications, and other applicable country documents. Manage the setup of third-party vendors, assessing initial statements of work and budgets, and overseeing the change order process. Provide input to data management documents and collaborate with data management representatives and sites to facilitate study data delivery. Initiate contract/budget requests, track ongoing status, facilitate purchase orders, review vendor invoices, and assist in tracking spend against approved budget. Ensure the supply of investigational products and study materials by liaising with Drug Supply or external service providers. Oversee third-party vendors, global/local internal staff, and investigator sites to support effective study delivery from protocol development to Clinical Study Report. Provide oversight and support for recruitment, data delivery, and risk mitigation strategies. Assist in the clinical trial insurance process; track approvals, revisions, and renewals of certificates. Monitor study conduct and progress, proactively identifying and resolving issues impacting study delivery. Support risk management and quality efforts to ensure study compliance. Support setup, maintenance, closeout, and archiving of the Trial Master File (TMF), ensuring continual inspection readiness. Prepare presentation material for meetings, newsletters, and websites. Support the study team in implementing audits and regulatory inspections. Contribute to the review of new/amended/unique SOPs and guidance documents. Essential Skills/Experience: University degree/Bachelor’s degree in medical or biological science or discipline associated with Clinical Research, or equivalent experience Minimum of 3-4 years of progressive clinical trial experience United States only: Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of experience, Associate's degree plus 7+ years of experience or High School plus 11+ years of experience Experience working with and delivering through strategic partners and 3rd party vendors Excellent knowledge of ICH-GCP principles Team-oriented Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks and deliverables Proactive approach High degree of flexibility Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills Good negotiation and collaboration skills Demonstrated interpersonal and problem-solving skills Some travel may be required Desirable Skills/Experience: Early phase oncology clinical trial experience Global study management experience Great People want to Work with us! Find out why: GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years Top 100 Employers Award Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Learn more about working with us in Canada View our YouTube channel Annual base salary for this position ranges from $109,148.80 to $143,257.80. 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. We are using AI as part of the recruitment process. This advertisement relates to a current vacancy. Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today! AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com. Date Posted 09-Jan-2026 Closing Date 13-Jan-2026 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.