Senior Manager - Cell Therapy Hub

Do you have expertise in cell therapy, and a passion for managing patient operations and clinical coordination? Would you like to apply your expertise to shape Australia’s autologous vein-to-vein journey and impact patient outcomes in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Are you based in Melbourne or Sydney?  Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

About Astrazeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of diseases in four therapy areas – Oncology; Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM); Respiratory & Immunology (R&I); and Rare Disease.

At AstraZeneca Australia, we have been working to deliver the best value to patients for more than 60 years, and we push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. 

In AstraZeneca's expanding Cell Therapy division, we follow the science to explore and innovate. We are working towards treating, preventing, modifying, and even curing some of the world's most complex diseases. We have the potential to grow our pipeline and positively impact the lives of patients around the world. We are committed to making a difference and have built our business around our passion for science. Now we are fusing data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve the next wave of breakthroughs.

What You’Ll Do

Drive Australia’s expanding cell therapy program, leading the seamless vein to vein journey across multiple sites and owning regional case coordination with clinicians and AZ cross functional teams in the role of Senior Manager – Cell Therapy Hub within the Oncology R&D Cell Therapy Patient Operations team - make a direct impact on patients’ lives!

• Be the trusted single contact for certified cell therapy sites; manage the autologous vein to vein journey from patient registration through infusion.
• Orchestrate apheresis scheduling, site logistics and personnel readiness; uphold Chain of Identity/Chain of Custody and AZ process standards.
• Partner across Clinical Operations/Study Monitoring, Supply Chain, QA, Manufacturing, Medical, IT and Commercial to unblock and resolve patient and product issues quickly.
• Communicate critical patient related updates swiftly and with empathy; manage expectations and escalations (starting material, investigational medicinal product, supplies).
• Coordinate logistics and training; ensure secure access to AstraZeneca digital platforms and maintain adherence to standard operating procedures, regulatory standards, and business rules, rolling out agreed process changes as new trials scale.
• Drive continuous improvement and operate autonomously across time zones.

Essential For The Role

• 4+ years’ experience in autologous cell therapy at clinical sites (e.g., research/nurse coordinator, apheresis nurse, cell therapy lab professional, quality manager in the healthcare system or regulatory environment).
• Operational experience coordinating vein to vein workflows, apheresis scheduling, COI/COC, deviations/escalations and stakeholder management, with the ability to work and problem-solve autonomously. 
• High EQ with empathetic communication and confidence influencing and supporting site stakeholders and internal teams in complex, SOP driven environments.
• Digital fluency across specialised platforms. 
• BA or BS degree or equivalent experience
• Melbourne or Sydney based, with ability to travel to sites approximately 25-30%
• Unlimited full Australian work rights required.

Desirable For The Role

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences or Engineering (e.g., PharmD, NP, PA, Biomedical Engineering).
• Experience with critical raw material suppliers or contract manufacturing organisations with immuno oncology or cell/gene therapy exposure.
• SOP development/training experience; continuous improvement mindset.

Why Astrazeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. 

So, What’S Next!

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you. 
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours. 

Where Can I Find Out More?

Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

Visit our website: www.astrazeneca.com.au

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Silver Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our ANZ Careers Page - www.astrazeneca.com.au/careers.html to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment.

We recognise that any recruitment process may present challenges, if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know via this  Form.

Date Posted

17-Oct-2025

Closing Date

02-Nov-2025

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.