Posted date Jun. 10, 2026

- Contract type Full time
- Job ID R-253818

Why choose AstraZeneca India? : Help push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. After 45 years in India, we’re continuing to secure a future where everyone can access affordable, sustainable, innovative healthcare.

The part you play in our business will be challenging, yet rewarding, requiring you to use your resilient, collaborative and diplomatic skillsets to make connections. The majority of your work will be field based, and will require you to be highly-organised, planning your monthly schedule, attending meetings and calls, as well as writing up reports.

Who do we look for? : Calling all tech innovators, ownership takers, challenge seekers and proactive collaborators. At AstraZeneca, breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicine for the world's most complex diseases. We empower people like you to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention, and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. You'll embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges.

Here, diverse minds and bold disruptors can meaningfully impact the future of healthcare using cutting-edge technology. Whether you join us in Bengaluru or Chennai, 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.

Tech innovators : Make a greater impact through our digitally enabled enterprise.



Use your skills in data and technology to transform and optimise our operations, helping us deliver meaningful work that changes lives.

Ownership takers : If you're a self-aware self-starter who craves autonomy, AstraZeneca provides the perfect environment to take ownership and grow. Here, you'll feel empowered to lead and reach excellence at every level — with unrivalled support when you need it.

Challenge seekers : Adapting and advancing our progress means constantly challenging the status quo. In this dynamic workplace where everything we do has urgency and focus, you'll have the ability to show up, speak up and confidently take smart risks.

Proactive collaborators : Your unique perspectives make our ambitions and capabilities possible. Our culture of sharing ideas, learning and improving together helps us consistently set the bar higher. As a proactive collaborator, you'll seek out ways to bring people together to achieve their best.

Responsibilities : Job ID R-253818 Date posted 06/10/2026

- Job Title: Data Quality Assurance Team Lead : GCL : E

Introduction to role : Are you ready to lead a team that ensures data integrity and drives impactful decisions? As the Data Quality Assurance Team Lead, you will spearhead the development and execution of data quality assurance activities, safeguarding our data assets while improving their value. This role involves leading a dynamic team within Global Operations,



where you will split your time between providing strategic direction and hands-on involvement in data profiling and quality assurance tasks. Collaborate closely with data governance managers to align policies with regulatory requirements and enterprise strategies, ensuring our data is reliable and secure.

Accountabilities :

- Data Governance Strategy and Operations: Develop and lead the Data Quality Assurance Framework, contributing to the Global Data Governance strategy.
- Drive adoption of data quality tools and process simplification using AI.
- Use AI to improve Data Quality/Data governance workflow
- Manage Data Quality Assurance forums and cross-functional forums.
- Define and report on performance of data governance processes, standards, quality, and compliance.
- Data Policy, Compliance, and Risk Management: Design and implement data policies balancing benefit and risk.
- Find opportunities for innovation and improvements.
- Provide expertise to achieve compliance with data policies and mitigate risks.
- Implement compliance checks to ensure adherence to policy.
- Data Standards and Quality Management: Lead development of Data Quality strategy and execution across functions.
- Develop Data Quality metrics and guidelines, ensuring continuous reporting and multi-functional adoption.
- Leadership, Improvement, and Change: Contribute to defining mission, vision, strategy, goals, roadmap, and metrics for the function.
- Lead change initiatives for data literacy, culture, and compliance.

Essential Skills/Experience :

- Significant experience and deep domain expertise within a data quality assurance.
- Demonstrated experience of data quality assurance, data profiling an

📌 Global Data Quality Assurance Lead (Chennai)
🏢 AstraZeneca
📍 Chennai