Global Study Manager

Description

Posted date Jul. 02, 2026 Contract type Full time Job ID R\-255786 **Why choose AstraZeneca Spain?** --------------------------------- AstraZeneca Spain is a rising force in our global business. With headquarters in Madrid and our global hub in Barcelona, we’ve become an important international centre of excellence in the fight against critical disease. Boasting vibrant universities and business schools, the Barcelona ecosystem is a place where scientists can thrive. We attract a diverse workforce from across the globe, shining a beacon for innovation in a country that’s committed to clinical development. We invite you to bring your talents to Barcelona where our respiratory medicine R\&D and Global Marketing centre offers opportunities in R\&D, IT, Commercial and HR. Or join us in Madrid and shape our growth in our BUs (Respiratory, Oncology \& CVRM ), and a range of Corporate functions. Additionally, you can find sales roles throughout the country. Together, we’re contributing to a world\-leading pipeline of therapeutics and delivering life\-changing medicines to patients. **Who do we look for?** ----------------------- Calling all tech innovators, ownership takers, challenge seekers and proactive collaborators. At AstraZeneca Spain, breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicine for the world's most complex diseases. Alongside technical expertise, colleagues have the resilience, energy and collaborative mindset to change lanes, work with different teams and start projects from scratch. Here, diverse minds and bold disruptors can meaningfully impact the future of healthcare using cutting\-edge technology. Whether you join us in Madrid or Barcelona, you can make a tangible impact within a global biopharmaceutical company that invests in your future. Join a talented global team that's powering AstraZeneca to better serve patients every day. **Success Profile** ------------------- Ready to make an impact in your career? If you're passionate, growth\-orientated and a true team player, we'll help you succeed. Here are some of the skills and capabilities we look for. ### **Diverse collaborators** This is a speak\-up culture that values collaboration. You’ll proactively bring your unique perspectives, experiences and skills to the table and seek the same from others. With our international team composition and the need for fast\-paced collaboration, you’ll always be building new connections with colleagues. ### **Cutting\-edge innovators** When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that embraces digital technology and data to transform the way we work and the work we do. Every day, you’ll help make history, empowered to ignite your creativity and build something enduring. ### **Resilient trailblazers** Here, the answers aren’t always available. So, you’ll need to bring a fearless, self\-starter mindset to navigate uncharted territories. You’ll harness your ceaseless energy to discover and make the necessary connections with colleagues to shape the future and achieve maximum impact. ### **Agile movers** Seize ownership and excel with autonomy to enjoy the constant rush of ground\-breaking discovery. Your ability to anticipate sudden shifts and adapt swiftly will prove critical as you make your mark in an environment that rewards initiative and resilience. **Responsibilities** -------------------- **Job ID** R\-255786 **Date posted** 07/02/2026 The Global Study Manager is a member of the extended global study team supporting delivery of clinical studies within BioPharmaceuticals Clincal Operations, Study Management to time, cost and quality, from Clinical Study Protocol (CSP) development through study set\-up, maintenance, close\-out, development of Clinical Study Report (CSR) to study archiving. The GSM works cross\-functionally with internal and external partners to deliver delegated aspects of the clinical study in accordance with Global Study Director (GSD) or Global Study Associate Director (GSAD) in delegated aspects of clinical study execution in accordance with the Delivery Model, AZ Project Management Framework, current clinical trial regulations (e.g. ICH GCP), AstraZeneca Standard Operating Procedures (AZ SOPs), AZ policies and best practices (e.g. AZ guidelines) and in line with AZ values and behaviours. **Typical Accountabilities** * In partnership with AZ team, other AZ clinical experts and external service providers, the GSM provides oversight to ensure study delivery. * Leads/contributes to the preparation of delegated study documents (e.g., Informed Consent Form, master Clinical Study Agreement etc), and external service provider related documents (specifications, study specific procedures, descriptions, presentations etc.). * Maintains and facilitates interactions with internal functions and external functions including the CROs and other external service providers to ensure an efficient study delivery to time, costs and quality objectives. * Contributes to the planning and conduct of internal and external meetings (e.g., Investigators’/Monitors’ meeting). * Ensures the supply of Investigational product and study materials by liaising with Clinical Supply Chain or external service providers as appropriate. * Proactively contributes to risk and issue identification, development of mitigation and/or action plans for identified risks and issues. * Ensures that all study documents in scope of GSM’s responsibilities are complete and verified for quality in Trial Master File. * Supports GSD and/or GSAD with budget management, such as external service provider invoice reconciliation. * Adheres to global clinical processes, procedural documents, applicable Quality \& Compliance manual documents and international guidelines such as ICH/GCP to ensure study is inspection ready at all times. * Supports GSD and/or GSAD with overall project management as per agreed delegation. * For outsourced studies, supports GSD and/or GSAD in management of the CRO Project Manager to ensure study delivery according to agreed timelines, budget and quality standards, while ensuring that the appropriate level of oversight of the CRO is maintained and documented throughout the lifecycle of the study, in accordance with relevant AZ SOPs and guidelines (e.g., description of services and transfer of obligations) * Take on assignments on non\-drug project work in process improvements and/or leading improvement projects as discussed and agreed upon with their manager **Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience** **Essential** * University degree (or equivalent), preferably in medical or biological sciences or discipline associated with clinical research. * Relevant experience from within the pharmaceutical industry or similar organization or academic experience, preferably of at least 3 years. * Knowledge of clinical development / drug development process in various phases of development and therapy areas * Excellent knowledge of international guidelines ICH/GCP * Excellent communication and relationship building skills, including external service provider management skills * Good project management skills * Demonstrated ability to collaborate as well as work independently * Demonstrated leadership skills * Computer proficiency, advanced computer skills in day\-to\-day tasks * Excellent verbal and written communication in English **Desirable** * Advanced degree * Experience in all phases of a clinical study lifecycle * Basic knowledge of GXP outside of GCP (i.e GMP/GLP) **Date Posted** 02\-jul\-2026 **Closing Date** 15\-jul\-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. ### **Explore the local area** Take a look at the map to see what’s nearby. **Reasons to Join** ------------------- ### **Thomas Mathisen** There are many things I enjoy when working at AstraZeneca, mainly the Speak up culture, the great colleagues that are in my teams, the great products that AstraZeneca provides to our patients and the challenging conversations I have around our medicines. Sales Representative Oslo, Norway There are many things I enjoy when working at AstraZeneca, mainly the Speak up culture, the great colleagues that are in my teams, the great products that AstraZeneca provides to our patients and the challenging conversations I have around our medicines. ### **Christine Recchio** Working at AstraZeneca has impacted my life in such a positive way. I now have an improved work\-life balance through creating my own schedule and time management, I feel a balance that I didn’t have before. Sales Representative California, United States Working at AstraZeneca has impacted my life in such a positive way. I now have an improved work\-life balance through creating my own schedule and time management, I feel a balance that I didn’t have before. ### **Stephanie Ling** There are a lot of reasons why I enjoy working in AstraZeneca, my colleagues being one of them. My team members and the managers have provided a great deal of guidance in helping me to be more confident in my daily work. Sales Representative Petaling Jaya, Malaysia There are a lot of reasons why I enjoy working in AstraZeneca, my colleagues being one of them. My team members and the managers have provided a great deal of guidance in helping me to be more confide