Diagnostics Coordinator

Location: Mexico

At AstraZeneca, we push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. We are looking for a Diagnostics Coordinator to connect scientific expertise, project management and operational excellence across our diagnostic ecosystem.

In this role, you will coordinate diagnostic initiatives, collaborate with laboratories and service providers, monitor performance and support the transition to new assays, methodologies and testing pathways. The position provides scientific and operational guidance but is not responsible for the clinical interpretation of individual test results.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate diagnostic projects from planning through implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Manage deliverables, timelines, risks, resources, costs and service-level indicators.
• Support transitions to new diagnostic panels, assays, methodologies and testing pathways.
• Monitor testing volume, turnaround time, positivity rates, incidents, service quality and operational bottlenecks.
• Coordinate the resolution of pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical incidents.
• Partner with Medical, Marketing, Access, Procurement, Operations, field teams and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Build effective relationships with laboratories, healthcare professionals, suppliers, logistics partners and external service providers.
• Prepare executive updates and translate scientific and technical information into clear, practical communications.
• Identify opportunities to improve diagnostic workflows, service quality, efficiency and business continuity.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Clinical Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Biology, Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, Genetics or another relevant life-sciences discipline.
• Experience in scientific project management, diagnostic operations, laboratory coordination, technical support or customer service within healthcare, diagnostics, laboratory or pharmaceutical environments.
• Strong knowledge of molecular biology and genetics applied to diagnostics.
• Functional understanding of PCR, qPCR, NGS, flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry.
• Experience working with laboratories, suppliers, procurement processes or vendor management.
• Experience monitoring KPIs, tracking incidents and preparing operational or executive reports.
• Strong communication skills with scientific and non-scientific stakeholders.
• Ability to manage complex scientific, technical and operational matters across multiple projects.
• Advanced English

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical, precision medicine, specialized diagnostics or reference laboratory environments.
• Advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Project management training or certification.
• Experience with CRM, laboratory information systems, dashboards or reporting tools.
• Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance, regulated healthcare environments or continuous improvement methodologies.

Why Join AstraZeneca?

Join an inclusive, science-led environment where collaboration, different perspectives and continuous learning are valued. You will have the opportunity to work across functions, contribute to meaningful diagnostic initiatives and help strengthen the pathways that support precision medicine.

Ready to connect science with execution and help shape the future of diagnostics? Apply now.

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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.