Director, Cell Therapy Portfolio and Project Management

In AstraZeneca's 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.

Working globally across different time zones, the Director, Portfolio and Project Management role will proactively partner with the CPSS Cell Therapy Department Leadership Team (CPSS CT LT) and its partners to provide business planning & operations management, and portfolio & strategic insights in the dynamic, energetic, and exciting area of cell therapy. You will report to the Global Head of CPSS Cell Therapy and may be based in Santa Monica, CA or Gaithersburg, MD.

You will have:

• Bachelor's degree in a life sciences or engineering discipline; MBA or advanced degree preferred

• 12+ years of experience with BS or 10+ years with MS/MA/MBA in a business operations environment, with experience in strategic planning and portfolio management.

• Minimum of 5 years leadership experience, leading teams or large projects and working cross functionally.

• Excellent project management, tracking, and reporting skills.

• Ability to manage stakeholders, especially scientific and operational leadership within a matrix organization.

• Understanding of resource planning and business performance tracking

Desirable Skills:

#CellTherapy

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by curiosity and courage to explore new scientific frontiers. Our commitment to making a difference fuels our passion for science as we fuse data and technology with innovative approaches. We are dedicated to treating, preventing, modifying, and even curing some of the world's most complex diseases. By joining us, you will be part of a team that uses diverse global knowledge to create swift impacts on disease. With opportunities for lifelong learning and career growth, AstraZeneca is where you can push boundaries and deliver life-changing medicines!

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and be part of our journey to redefine what's possible in healthcare!

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $151,000 - $227,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

15-Jun-2025

Closing Date

30-Jun-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.