Astellas Pharma
Join Our Inclusive Team at Astellas!
Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians. If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas! Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in more than 70 countries around the world. We are committed to turning innovative science into medical solutions that bring value and hope to patients and their families. Keeping our focus on addressing unmet medical needs and conducting our business with ethics and integrity enables us to improve the health of people throughout the world. This position is based in Northbrook, Illinois. Hybrid work from certain states may be permitted in accordance with Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines. Candidates interested in hybrid work are encouraged to apply. Role Overview
The Gen AI POD Captain holds a pivotal position within the DigitalX organisation, responsible for multiple value teams under the EnablementX hub. This role involves leading and managing these teams, steering the POD's strategic and tactical goals, and ensuring alignment with the aspirations of the DigitalX leadership. Essential duties include coordinating value teams, developing and implementing roadmaps, coaching team captains, guiding backlog grooming, leading POD management standups and retrospectives, consolidating value team statuses at the POD level, and working closely with the hub leadership team. Essential Job Responsibilities
Lead and guide teams and team captains, assisting in the planning and execution of tasks. Foster a POD culture that values experimentation and ownership. Collaborate and coordinate with employees across all levels to prioritise and align POD activities and deliverables. Aim to create a unified team within the POD, ensuring everyone works together towards their objectives. Facilitate meetings for discussions, including brainstorming, problem identification, and solution development. Identify and address any risks or issues related to the POD. Adhere to and promote the DigitalX operating model along with its processes and policies. Provide regular coaching and feedback to POD members. Report POD progress to DigitalX leadership. Offer input on people development and performance to relevant DigitalX leaders.
Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians. If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas! Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in more than 70 countries around the world. We are committed to turning innovative science into medical solutions that bring value and hope to patients and their families. Keeping our focus on addressing unmet medical needs and conducting our business with ethics and integrity enables us to improve the health of people throughout the world. This position is based in Northbrook, Illinois. Hybrid work from certain states may be permitted in accordance with Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines. Candidates interested in hybrid work are encouraged to apply. Role Overview
The Gen AI POD Captain holds a pivotal position within the DigitalX organisation, responsible for multiple value teams under the EnablementX hub. This role involves leading and managing these teams, steering the POD's strategic and tactical goals, and ensuring alignment with the aspirations of the DigitalX leadership. Essential duties include coordinating value teams, developing and implementing roadmaps, coaching team captains, guiding backlog grooming, leading POD management standups and retrospectives, consolidating value team statuses at the POD level, and working closely with the hub leadership team. Essential Job Responsibilities
Lead and guide teams and team captains, assisting in the planning and execution of tasks. Foster a POD culture that values experimentation and ownership. Collaborate and coordinate with employees across all levels to prioritise and align POD activities and deliverables. Aim to create a unified team within the POD, ensuring everyone works together towards their objectives. Facilitate meetings for discussions, including brainstorming, problem identification, and solution development. Identify and address any risks or issues related to the POD. Adhere to and promote the DigitalX operating model along with its processes and policies. Provide regular coaching and feedback to POD members. Report POD progress to DigitalX leadership. Offer input on people development and performance to relevant DigitalX leaders.