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The Global Development Scientist and counterpart Global Development Medical Director work collaboratively in the clinical aspects underpinning a clinical program. This includes the shared responsibility with Clinical Operations team members in the planning and execution, including recruitment and delivery of a clinical study. Accountabilities include clinical support for the development and implementation of late phase AstraZeneca sponsored clinical program strategies. This includes providing clinical input into design & implementation of clinical trial(s), their delivery, clinical data review, interpretation of results, reporting successfully on time, and activities required for worldwide registration of the product (i.e. clinical input to NDA/BLA). The Global Development Scientist may also provide expert input or lead functional process improvement initiatives and provide contributions to cross asset or cross tumor area working groups depending on the level of experience. As a key member of the clinical team, this position demands strong collaborative communication skills, including the ability to engage with and influence a diverse range of stakeholders both within and external to AstraZeneca. The individual will operate according to the highest ethical standards in compliance with internal SOPs, local regulations, laws and adhere to Good Clinical Practice and regulatory requirements.\nAbout AstraZeneca:\nAstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused pharmaceutical company that focuses on the research, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines. We aim to transform the lives of patients with improved outcomes and a better quality of life. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we 're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.\nAccountabilities:\nClinical Development Responsibilities:\nSupports drafting and review of clinical scientific documents such as IND, IND amendments, Investigator Brochures, Annual Reports and other Health Authority submissions.\nAssists in the implementation of protocols and interactions with vendors and CROs, working closely within cross functional team. Participates in the development of producing materials for investigator meetings (e.g., slides, booklets, and presentation materials). Assists in triaging and addressing questions regarding scientific and protocol procedures from other study team members and investigative sites. Serves as contact with vendors and CROs regarding medical/clinical science issues.\nSupport review of clinical data to identify and evaluate study data trends, outliers, protocol violators, etc and write any necessary queries to be communicated to sites to ensure data accuracy and completeness of the assigned study.\nParticipate in safety review meetings regarding potential safety events within a given clinical study or across the assigned clinical program. Ensure updates to safety information is shared with cross functional study team. Support review of safety narratives.\nSupports preparation of abstracts, manuscripts, publications and poster presentations of clinical study findings and results throughout the life cycle of the assigned study or product, as applicable. Supports medical affairs activities, payer and reimbursement activities.\nAssists with drafting assigned sections of clinical reports, dossiers and other documents.\nSupport Data Management in the build of the CRF and all associated instructions and plans (e.g. CRF completion instructions and Data Review Plan).\nTechnical Skills:\nBasic understanding of drug development from molecule to market and demonstrates knowledge of scientific methodology in the design, conduct and description of clinical research, at a study level.\nAbility to understand, and contribute to the drafting of documents used throughout the clinical study lifecycle, such as site initiation materials, registration documents, protocols, and presentations. Demonstrates solid understanding of methodology in the design, conduct and interpretation of clinical research. Outstanding attention to detail and outstanding written communication skills.\nServes as medical/clinical science representative on study team and collaborates cross-functionally on applicable deliverables during study life cycle (e.g the protocol, CRF, data listings, TLF, CSR etc.)\nAbility to analyse and summarize clinical results. Support creation of and review of clinical slides for internal and external meetings.\nEssential Skills/Experience:\nRequired Life Sciences degree or equivalent\nPharmD with equivalent experience, Ph.D. degree in life sciences, or MD preferred. Strong preference for Oncology experience\nIndustry or academic experience in drug development required.\nPossesses detailed knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and other regulations governing clinical research.\nPossesses general knowledge ofMedical monitoring\nRegulatory approval process in relevant countries;\npharmaceutical industry/R&D operations;\nmarketing and commercial fundamentals.\n\nAbility to grow and maintain a high level of expertise in oncology therapeutic area.\nWhy AstraZeneca:\nJoin a team that brings science and technology together to reshape how medicines are developed and delivered for patients. Here, unexpected teams gather in the same room to co-create solutions-clinicians, data scientists and operators working side by side with the tools and autonomy to move fast. You will tap into a connected global ecosystem and a growing pipeline, leveraging AI where it truly matters while keeping patients at the center of every decision. We value clarity and kindness alongside ambition, giving you the resources of a leading company with the agility to test, learn and scale what works-so your ideas can travel from a single study to global impact.\nCall to Action:\nSeize this opportunity to lead pivotal trials and AI-enabled development from Bangalore-share your profile and start creating measurable impact for patients today!\nWhen 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.\nDate Posted\n05-Nov-2026Closing Date\n13-Nov-2026AstraZeneca 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. 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