Specialist, Global Clinical Solutions

AstraZeneca • Durham, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Specialist, Global Clinical Solutions Introduction to role: Global Clinical Solutions (GCS) drives the delivery of services and technology for AstraZeneca for its internal and external stakeholders. The Specialist, GCS delivers global centralized services across drug projects and/or other activities that enable delivery of Clinical Development programs to time, cost, and quality across all delivery models. Individuals in the role will ensure the population and availability of complete, high-quality data from clinical operations processes/procedures and systems. They may deliver trainings in relation to system procedures and/or processes and participate in the coordination of the life cycle management of processes and systems/tools including associated documentation (procedural, system). All Specialists, GCS will participate in improvement projects as needed, and will contribute to functional and regional initiatives Accountabilities: Delivers GCS services Sets up and maintains systems/tools and data associated with projects, services and technology in partnership with Study Teams and external partners to appropriate standards, completeness, quality and consistency Supports life cycle management and business continuity for operational processes/procedures, systems/tools, standards, procedural documentation and training materials Provides support to user communities including: Conducting relevant process/system/tool trainings Facilitating knowledge sharing Establishing best practices Ensuring communication with relevant stakeholders across GCS and AZ Performs analysis of processes and tools to define business usage and identify opportunities to improve efficiency/effectiveness of systems/methods/processes; Support in User Requirement Specifications and User Acceptance Tests Contributes to business cases for continuous improvement project Prioritizes workload to achieve personal and work unit targets and participates in change initiatives Essential Skills/Experience: Bachelor’s degree with 0+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or in clinical study delivery/clinical development processes Proven time management, organizational, and analytical skills Ability to multitask and have task-oriented performance Previous administrative training/experience Computer proficiency Can create and maintain systems for efficiency for both self and others Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English Strong communication skills Exhibits AZ Values and Behaviors Desirable Skills/Experience: Solid understanding of the clinical study process Programming experience or programming aptitude Knowledge of pharmaceutical drug development and clinical study processes and associated government regulations, ICH GCP Shown willingness and ability to train others on study support processes and procedures Demonstrate the ability to proactively identify risks and issues as well as possible solutions GxP trained When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. Why AstraZeneca: Here, your craft matters because it shapes how medicines reach patients. You will join a community that blends deep expertise with curiosity, where ideas are shared openly and even setbacks are used to sharpen our thinking. We bring diverse minds together to experiment with new approaches, invest in modern technology, and recognize contributions that move the science and the business forward. We value kindness alongside ambition, giving you the support to take bold decisions and the visibility to influence outcomes across global programs. Seize this opportunity to turn user needs into global clinical solutions that speed decisions and benefit patients—step forward and make your impact with AstraZeneca today! Date Posted 07-Apr-2026 Closing Date 13-Apr-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 0+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or in clinical study delivery/clinical development processes
• Proven time management, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to multitask and have task-oriented performance
• Previous administrative training/experience
• Computer proficiency
• Can create and maintain systems for efficiency for both self and others
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English
• Strong communication skills
• Exhibits AZ Values and Behaviors

Nice To Haves

• Solid understanding of the clinical study process
• Programming experience or programming aptitude
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical drug development and clinical study processes and associated government regulations, ICH GCP
• Shown willingness and ability to train others on study support processes and procedures
• Demonstrate the ability to proactively identify risks and issues as well as possible solutions
• GxP trained

Responsibilities

• Delivers GCS services
• Sets up and maintains systems/tools and data associated with projects, services and technology in partnership with Study Teams and external partners to appropriate standards, completeness, quality and consistency
• Supports life cycle management and business continuity for operational processes/procedures, systems/tools, standards, procedural documentation and training materials
• Provides support to user communities including: Conducting relevant process/system/tool trainings Facilitating knowledge sharing Establishing best practices Ensuring communication with relevant stakeholders across GCS and AZ
• Performs analysis of processes and tools to define business usage and identify opportunities to improve efficiency/effectiveness of systems/methods/processes; Support in User Requirement Specifications and User Acceptance Tests
• Contributes to business cases for continuous improvement project
• Prioritizes workload to achieve personal and work unit targets and participates in change initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees