Why choose AstraZeneca Spain?
AstraZeneca Spain is a rising force in our global business. With headquarters in Madrid and our global hub in Barcelona, we’ve become an important international centre of excellence in the fight against critical disease. Boasting vibrant universities and business schools, the Barcelona ecosystem is a place where scientists can thrive. We attract a diverse workforce from across the globe, shining a beacon for innovation in a country that’s committed to clinical development.
We invite you to bring your talents to Barcelona where our respiratory medicine R&D and Global Marketing centre offers opportunities in R&D, IT, Commercial and HR. Or join us in Madrid and shape our growth in our BUs (Respiratory, Oncology & CVRM ), and a range of Corporate functions. Additionally, you can find sales roles throughout the country. Together, we’re contributing to a world-leading pipeline of therapeutics and delivering life-changing medicines to patients.
Who do we look for?
Calling all tech innovators, ownership takers, challenge seekers and proactive collaborators. At AstraZeneca Spain, breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicine for the world's most complex diseases. Alongside technical expertise, colleagues have the resilience, energy and collaborative mindset to change lanes, work with different teams and start projects from scratch.
Here, diverse minds and bold disruptors can meaningfully impact the future of healthcare using cutting-edge technology. Whether you join us in Madrid or Barcelona, you can make a tangible impact within a global biopharmaceutical company that invests in your future. Join a talented global team that's powering AstraZeneca to better serve patients every day.
Success Profile
Ready to make an impact in your career? If you're passionate, growth-orientated and a true team player, we'll help you succeed. Here are some of the skills and capabilities we look for.
Diverse collaborators
This is a speak-up culture that values collaboration. You’ll proactively bring your unique perspectives, experiences and skills to the table and seek the same from others. With our international team composition and the need for fast-paced collaboration, you’ll always be building new connections with colleagues.
Cutting-edge innovators
When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that embraces digital technology and data to transform the way we work and the work we do. Every day, you’ll help make history, empowered to ignite your creativity and build something enduring.
Resilient trailblazers
Here, the answers aren’t always available. So, you’ll need to bring a fearless, self-starter mindset to navigate uncharted territories. You’ll harness your ceaseless energy to discover and make the necessary connections with colleagues to shape the future and achieve maximum impact.
Agile movers
Seize ownership and excel with autonomy to enjoy the constant rush of ground-breaking discovery. Your ability to anticipate sudden shifts and adapt swiftly will prove critical as you make your mark in an environment that rewards initiative and resilience.
Responsibilities
Location: Barcelona - Spain (3 days working from the office and 2 days working from home)
Introduction to the role
Cell Therapy Clinical Operations (CTCO) drives thedelivery of cell therapy trials across Oncology, BioPharma, and Rare Diseases,partnering across R&D, Medical, and Commercial to bring breakthrough therapies to patients faster and more equitably.
TheAI ProgramAccelerationleadplays a critical role in shaping and advancing AstraZeneca’s cell therapyclinical operationsstrategy acrosstherapeutic areas.This dynamic and highly collaborative position is instrumental inpioneeringinnovation initiatives to bring cell therapy tomore patients,impactingvariouscell therapy aspectsfrom site profiles and analytics topatient diagnosis, trial awareness,trial implementation,recruitment, and monitoringtosuccessful commercialization in community settings.The role isresponsiblefurtheringAIinnovationprojects,partnershipsin cell therapy clinical trials and beyond.This role will be an office position with a strong emphasis onAI project execution end to end.
Typical Accountabilities
1.Cell Therapy Clinical OperationsAI Strategy & Roadmap Development
Work with global AZ AI team to define and lead the AI transformation strategy for cell therapy clinical trial operations(CTCO), in alignment with corporate R&D and digital health priorities.
Identifyhigh-value use cases for AI to accelerate siteselection, patient identification, recruitment, and operational efficiency, asrequired
Maintain a rolling 12–24-monthinnovation roadmap with measurable impact milestones.
Act as a champion for AI adoption across clinical and operational teams, addressing resistance and clarifying benefits.
2. Cross-Functional AIProjectImplementation
Partner with clinical operations,SMM, Site Partnerships,study and program management,data science,quality, supply chain, patientoperationsand medical teams to integrate AI solutions into trial processes.
Collaborate with IT, digital platforms, and external vendors to ensure AI tools are deployed securely and compliantly.
Facilitate pilot projects tovalidateAI-enabled workflows before broader rollout.
Oversee integration of AI platforms with existing trial management systems (CTMS, EDC, ePRO,eConsent).
3. Project Execution & Delivery
Manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders, ensuringtimelydelivery, budget adherence, and measurable outcomes.
Develop andmaintaindetailed project documentation, including business cases, risk registers, communication plans, and resource allocation models.
Monitor, track, and report project progress to senior leadership and BusinessReviews.Overseeongoing vendor/ supplier collaborations, including orchestration of contracts, relationship management, vendor accountability
4.Clinical OpsAI-DrivenInnovation:
Identify, evaluate, and leadpartnerships with AIand digital healthorganizations to reducesiteburden and increaseeligible patient identification and recruitment for CAR-T
Assess the applicability of AI tools to improve diagnosis, trial awareness, and monitoring across the CAR-T patient journey
3.Understanding ofCART-TStrategic SiteNeeds:
Serve as the primary point of contact for cell therapysite partnership teamto drive innovation projects aligned with clinical and commercial priorities
Identifyand address key barriers to CAR-T delivery–such asin community and autoimmune care settingsor asrequested– by creating scalable, turn-key solutions with sitesusing innovative technology
Build trusted relationships with site leadership, investigators, and key opinion leaders through regular engagementwith the aim of piloting novel AI solutions during the clinical trial stage
Education, Qualifications,Skillsand Experience
Essential
BS/MSinLife Sciences, Data Science,Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Cell or Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, Nursing,Healthcare Management, or a related team.
~4-5+ years of experience within a Cell Therapy organization,biotechnology industry, orrelevantconsulting.
Cleartrack recordof leading andfacilitatingthe implementation of complex programs, including project strategic/ tactical execution, operations, project management.
Advanced understanding of healthcare information systems, including Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR), Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), Electronic Data Capture (EDC) platforms, Remote Patient/ Therapeutic Monitoring / Chronic Care Management (RPM/ RTM/ CCM) platforms
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to rapidly solve problems, ready to take decisions and deal with organizational complexity.
Ability to prioritize and complete work with sense of urgency based on criticality.
Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards
Experience inmanaging internal and external stakeholders
Experience in a regulated environment either hospital or pharmaceutical/biotech.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, actionable narratives for varied audiences, including senior leaders
Natural problem solver with entrepreneurial mindset, integrity, and a strong drive to innovate in the service of better patient outcomes.
Proficiencyin English
Highly effective in working in a global environment, to accommodate different time zone as needed.
Excellent command of MS PowerPoint, Word,andExcel
Desirable
Experience in designing or managing AI/ML models or collaborating closely with data scientists on algorithm development.
Experience working inCell Therapy companies or Cell TherapyApheresis, Cellular Therapy or Stem Cell Transplant programs.
Prior customer facing role in pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
Experience working withpatient advocacy groups, hospitals, research coordinators.
Fluent in other languages a plus .
Date Posted
12-feb-2026Closing Date
06-mar-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. 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.
Reasons to Join
Thomas Mathisen
There are many things I enjoy when working at AstraZeneca, mainly the Speak up culture, the great colleagues that are in my teams, the great products that AstraZeneca provides to our patients and the challenging conversations I have around our medicines.
Christine Recchio
Working at AstraZeneca has impacted my life in such a positive way. I now have an improved work-life balance through creating my own schedule and time management, I feel a balance that I didn’t have before.
Stephanie Ling
There are a lot of reasons why I enjoy working in AstraZeneca, my colleagues being one of them. My team members and the managers have provided a great deal of guidance in helping me to be more confident in my daily work.
What we offer
We're driven by our shared values of serving people, society and the planet. Our people make this possible, which is why we prioritise diversity, inclusivity, balance and sustainability. Discover what a career at AstraZeneca could mean for you.
An award-winning company
We're passionate about being a great place to work, and 84% of our employees would recommend us as an employer. We've been recognised as a Top Employer in Spain, an EFR Family Responsible Business, and we achieved third place in Forbes Spain's Top 50 Best Places to Work list.
Inclusive environment
Diversity and inclusion are embedded in everything we do, and our different views, experiences and strengths enrich our culture. There's no salary gap at AstraZeneca, and the number of female employees has increased by four per cent over the last three years. We've also made all positions fully accessible.
Work-life balance
Your wellbeing means a lot to us, and we're here to support you through all of life's ups and downs. That's why we offer an unpaid leave policy, annual leave, reduced-hours timetables and a host of benefits, including a retirement plan, long service award, and health and travel insurance.
Sustainability initiatives
We're committed to harnessing the power of science to become a more sustainable business. We've reduced our carbon footprint by over 9,000 kg of CO2 over the last two years, and we lead the European GoGreen Project, which aims to introduce environmentally friendly options in our fleet of corporate vehicles.
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