Associate Scientist - BioPharma R&D

Join the Flu Biopharmaceutical Development (Flu-BPD) group, a multi-disciplinary scientific function providing expertise in Virology, Process Development, and Analytical Development. The Analytical Testing Team is a dynamic function with a strong focus on science and technology, accountable for analytical testing, cell culture, and providing troubleshooting expertise on a variety of assays. Our core capabilities are tightly aligned with our pipeline and business strategy, enabling important medicines to be manufactured, tested, and delivered to patients. This ambitious, yet highly rewarding, lab-based role within a commercial setting offers the rare opportunity to have a visible and direct impact on public health.
Come and join our AZ team where you will play a pivotal role in this exciting period of development!!
As an Associate Scientist, you will play a crucial role in our team, contributing to the department's research and development goals. With a minimum of a Life Science degree and preferably a Life Science Master's degree, you will bring your practical laboratory experience and excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills to the forefront. Once fully trained, you will perform your duties with minimal direction and deliver against tight deadlines., Perform routine testing and cell culture to support the Flu-BPD department for seasonal vaccine strain development activities and other research projects.
Conduct non-routine testing for research and continuous improvement projects under the guidance of a more experienced scientist.
Make detailed observations, analyse data, and interpret results.
Present findings at internal meetings and support the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and protocols.
Ensure activities align with site business objectives and meet required standards regarding documentation, good housekeeping, SHE, timekeeping, budgets, and regulatory legislation.
Maintain laboratory housekeeping, conduct self-inspections, manage stock control, re-order schedules, and communicate with key suppliers.
Ensure laboratory documentation of results are accurate and timely. Assist in the review and approval of laboratory documentation.

To have a minimum of a life science degree, preferably based on virology, microbiology, or molecular biology.
Practical laboratory work experience within a research, academia, contract testing, or biopharmaceutical setting.
Knowledge of GLP manufacturing and/or laboratory practices and quality systems.
Ability to prioritize workload in order to work to tight timelines.
Desirables:
Practical laboratory experience of mammalian tissue culture.
Practical laboratory experience of cell-based assays.
Knowledge of influenza virus and/or other RNA viruses.

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious diseases. But we're more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we are pioneering new frontiers by identifying and treating patients earlier, working towards the aim of eliminating cancer as a cause of death.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of five days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by our passion for science and our commitment to making a difference. We fuse data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve breakthroughs that can positively impact the lives of billions of patients worldwide. Our inclusive environment encourages collaboration with academia, biotechs, and industry leaders to create the greatest impact on disease. Here, you will find endless opportunities to develop your career while pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.
Competitive salary and benefits package on offer!
The successful candidate will have access to a flexible employee benefits fund, including holiday purchase and flexible time off, pension contributions, Share Save Plans, A performance recognition scheme and a competitive, generous remuneration package.
Date Posted 16-Dec-2024