【Alexion Japan】Japan Program Team Lead ,Director, R&D Division

AstraZeneca
Tokyo
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Research & Scientific (R&D)Experience: 10+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Leadership","Communication","Strategic thinking","Collaboration","Decision making"]

A senior leadership role responsible for steering Japan-based pharmaceutical development programs across the full lifecycle, from preclinical to lifecycle management (LCM). Lead global-aligned strategy, set program objectives, manage milestones and budget, oversee cross-functional teams (JPT) in a matrix, and partner with international stakeholders to deliver development programs in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

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【Alexion Japan】Japan Program Team Lead ,Director, R&D Division

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Job Summary

A senior leadership role responsible for steering Japan-based pharmaceutical development programs across the full lifecycle, from preclinical to lifecycle management (LCM). Lead global-aligned strategy, set program objectives, manage milestones and budget, oversee cross-functional teams (JPT) in a matrix, and partner with international stakeholders to deliver development programs in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Location: Tokyo
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Research & Scientific (R&D)
Seniority: Director level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead the Japan-based program as the primary owner, clarifying goals, plans, decisions, and deliverables to ensure final accountability for success
  • •Set program direction and drive execution in alignment with global strategy, including development and lifecycle management strategies (CMC, preclinical, clinical, LCM)
  • •Oversee program planning, milestones, reviews, and continuous improvement via JPT leadership; manage cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing with APJ senior management
  • •Manage end-to-end development lifecycle from preclinical to lifecycle management, including cross-domain activities (CMC, Pharm/Tox, PK, clinical, regulatory, marketing)
  • •Oversee budgeting for programs and maximize team effectiveness by coordinating with cross-functional leaders and JPTLs

Key Requirements

  • •10+ years of pharmaceutical/drug development experience in medicine/biotech fields
  • •Experience leading programs including multiple clinical trials (CTN) and clinical trial operations, CSR/CTD preparation, J-NDA submissions, and PMDA consultations
  • •Led at least one development product with quality, excellence, and efficiency focus in a global, matrix organization
  • •Strong regulatory, scientific, and commercial landscape understanding with ability to adapt to changing environments
  • •Proven data analysis, judgment, collaboration with domestic/intl stakeholders, and ability to work cross-functionally to drive outcomes
Experience:10+ yearsPharmaceuticalsBiotechDrug development
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:LeadershipCommunicationStrategic thinkingCollaborationDecision making
Languages:JapaneseEnglish

Company Brief

AstraZeneca
Global biopharmaceutical company discovering, developing and commercializing prescription medicines across oncology, cardiovascular, renal & metabolism, respiratory, and immunology, focused on innovative therapies and vaccines to improve patient outcomes worldwide.
Industry: Pharmaceuticals
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Founded: 1999
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