AstraZeneca · 10 hours ago
Project Manager, Operational Data Strategy
Durham, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelAstraZeneca is a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming healthcare through innovative science and technology. As a Project Manager in Operational Data Strategy, you'll play a crucial role in managing multiple projects within an Agile framework, supporting project timelines, and ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Hiring Manager
Brandon Mays
Responsibilities
Support the planning and execution of multiple projects within an Agile framework, ensuring timelines and deliverables align with Operational Data Strategy objectives
Assist in the coordination of sprint ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews to help maintain team progress and alignment
Contribute to the preparation of concise project updates and presentations for stakeholders and leadership, utilizing PowerPoint to support clear and effective communication
Use Atlassian Jira to help track project progress, maintain backlogs, and monitor key milestones
Work closely with project teams to surface and help address risks, blockers, and dependencies
Provide input on project budgets and resource planning under the guidance of more senior team members
Promote collaboration and continuous improvement by reinforcing Agile best practices with the team
Liaise with cross-functional stakeholders to support alignment between project deliverables and broader organizational priorities
Collaborate with business analysts to help define clear user stories and tasks based on collected requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Life Sciences (i.e. Pharmacy, Biomedicine) or related field
Some hands-on experience supporting projects in an Agile environment
Foundational understanding of Atlassian tools (e.g., Jira) and Agile principles
Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint with the ability to create clear and visually engaging presentations
Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Good communication and collaboration skills to work alongside cross-functional teams
Preferred
Master's degree in project management, business management or similar discipline
Introductory certification in Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster CSM, or entry-level project management certifications such as CAPM)
Familiarity with budget and resource planning
Demonstrated interest in data-driven decision-making within health-related fields
Initial exposure or experience in consulting or in a pharmaceutical industry
Company
AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures, and markets prescription medicines. It is a sub-organization of Investor.
Founded in 1999
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2021 (2)
2020 (11)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.26B2024-07-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.51B
2023-02-28Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
2023-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Pascal Soriot
Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer
Aradhana Sarin
Group CFO and Executive Director
Recent News
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