Third Party Lab Manager
- Employer
- AstraZeneca
- Location
- Mississauga, Ontario
- Salary
- To be determined
- Posted
- March 31, 2023
- Closes
- April 1, 2023
- Ref
- 0c3400b2152b
- Sector
- Research and Development
- Function
- Science and Research
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation - ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe.
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head offices are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.
Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we're taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.
Our Position
Come and join our AZ team where you will play a pivotal role in this exciting period of development!
Human Biological Samples (HBS) are fundamental to medical research in the discovery, development and implementation of new treatments and diagnostics. They are ethically critical materials and underpin the delivery of every clinical trial.
The Third Party Lab (TPL) Contract Information Manager role is responsible for Third Party Lab (TPL) human biological sample (HBS) operational contracting activities within a project. They are responsible for setting up and coordinating all TPLs contracted by AZ Translational Medicine and Translational Science for analysis using HBS for exploratory testing.
Minimum Qualifications:
Desired Qualifications:
Great People want to Work with us! Find out why:
Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today!
AstraZeneca is committed to taking every reasonable precaution to protect employees, our customers and the healthcare systems in the communities in which we serve. In an effort to protect the wellbeing of our employees and customers, full COVID-19 vaccination is a crucial requirement of all positions at AstraZeneca. As such, all offers of employment will be conditional upon either (i) proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or (ii) proof of need for accommodation under relevant human rights legislation, and AstraZeneca's determination that the requested accommodation can be provided without undue hardship. You will be required to submit proof of full vaccination or proof of need for accommodation during our background screening process.
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head offices are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.
Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we're taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.
Our Position
Come and join our AZ team where you will play a pivotal role in this exciting period of development!
Human Biological Samples (HBS) are fundamental to medical research in the discovery, development and implementation of new treatments and diagnostics. They are ethically critical materials and underpin the delivery of every clinical trial.
The Third Party Lab (TPL) Contract Information Manager role is responsible for Third Party Lab (TPL) human biological sample (HBS) operational contracting activities within a project. They are responsible for setting up and coordinating all TPLs contracted by AZ Translational Medicine and Translational Science for analysis using HBS for exploratory testing.
- Ensure AZ contracted analysis using HBS is high quality, compliant and delivers the scientific and operational needs of the project
- TPL Scope of Work (SOW) development, operational management of the contracted work, PO tracking, data transfers and risk and issue management
- Build and maintain relevant documentation e.g. vendor communication and issue resolution plan, vendor monitoring and QC plan, including eTMF upload.
- Contribute to study specific documentation such as Clinical Study Protocol, central lab SOW, Sample Lifecycle plan, eCRF, data transfer specification or agreement and risk log.
- Ongoing operational monitoring of TPL during lifecycle of contract through to closure, including contract amendments
- Operational tracking of centrally located HBS via Global Code and other central tools
- Regular reporting of operational contracted activities to key partners
- Oversight of TPL data transfers and query resolution
- Work closely with Quality Assurance (QA) and Procurement as they handle QA Operational Due Diligence and Procurement activities related to TPLs.
- Can be assigned to specific tasks across Biosamples as required
- Chip in to the development of new processes and deployment of automation technologies where required
- Developing, maintaining and applying ongoing knowledge and awareness in new insights, improved practices and innovation in laboratory information management and country regulations
- Ensure compliance of the assigned activities with GCP, HGR and other country specific regulations
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience with leading and managing terms in Research and Development specific contracts.
- Degree (or equivalent qualification) in relevant area, or relevant equivalent industry experience.
- Proficient in English as the AstraZeneca working language
- A clear demonstration of behaviours of
- Truth seeking rather than success seeking
- Agile responsiveness to scientific data
- Accepting of peer review
- Problem solver
- Demonstration of the AZ values
- Customer management
- Project management
Desired Qualifications:
- Clinical Laboratory scientific experience
- Experience in more than one company or country
- Confirmed experience in contributing to operational deployment of clinical laboratory testing
- Validated experience in oversight of external partners, especially clinical laboratory service providers
Great People want to Work with us! Find out why:
- GTAA Top Employer Award for 8 years:
- Best Workplace Culture Award at the Canadian HR Awards:
- Learn about our culture:
- Browse AstraZeneca's Oncology YouTube channel to find out more about our focus:
Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today!
AstraZeneca is committed to taking every reasonable precaution to protect employees, our customers and the healthcare systems in the communities in which we serve. In an effort to protect the wellbeing of our employees and customers, full COVID-19 vaccination is a crucial requirement of all positions at AstraZeneca. As such, all offers of employment will be conditional upon either (i) proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or (ii) proof of need for accommodation under relevant human rights legislation, and AstraZeneca's determination that the requested accommodation can be provided without undue hardship. You will be required to submit proof of full vaccination or proof of need for accommodation during our background screening process.
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing