Regional Operations Director, Cell Therapy Patient Operations

We are currently seeking a Regional Operations Director, Cell Therapy Patient Operations for Australia. This is a National and field-based role. Sydney or Melbourne are the preferred location preferred but we are open to outstanding candidates in other major cities.

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

As a company Astra Zeneca is committed to bold innovation, unmatched collaboration, and putting patients at the heart of every decision. Through our newly established Global Cell Therapy team we’re redefining how advanced therapies reach those who need them most.

This brand-new role for Australia requires an accomplished leader with a background in clinical operations or cell therapy, and someone who is passionate about transforming patient lives through seamless site engagement and operational innovation.

Join a dynamic, globally connected Cell Therapy team and drive meaningful change in one of healthcare’s most exciting domains.

What You'll Do:

Reporting into the Executive Director, Cell Therapy Global Patient Operations and working with peers in the US, Europe and Japan, the Regional Operations Director is instrumental in building and leading AstraZeneca’s regional cell therapy operations in Australia, interfacing directly with clinical trial sites, their multidisciplinary teams, and global delivery colleagues. Specifically, the role is incremental in the enablement of rapid patient access to cutting-edge therapies while simplifying complex workflows and empowering site success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with principal investigators, clinical managers, nursing teams, cell therapy lab professionals, apheresis staff, and pharmacists to ensure readiness and excellence in site delivery
• Evaluate and activate treatment facilities, focusing on operational excellence, chain of custody, and equipment requirements
• Build and lead a team of Territory Operations Managers, shaping a cohesive, patient-centric operations team
• Collaborate cross-functionally with global Clinical Operations, SMM, and external partners, contributing to international best practices
• Balance strategic oversight with hands-on problem solving, championing a site-first and patient-first approach

The ideal candidate:

You bring deep, hands-on cell therapy experience within clinical sites (e.g. nurse practitioner, MD, or advanced practice healthcare leader) or you have excelled in pharma roles blending clinical knowledge with operational agility. You thrive in highly collaborative environments, are comfortable presenting to and influencing diverse audiences, and demonstrate humility, resilience, and a mission-driven attitude. This role requires some local travel in the early stages of the role.

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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.