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In Pharmaceutical Technology and Development (PT&D), we are the link between forward-thinking science and innovative medicines that help millions of people. We work across the value chain, designing and delivering active ingredients, formulations and devices required to support new medicines – from supplies for use in early toxicology studies and clinical trials to developing the technology to ensure drugs can be scaled up for commercial manufacture.
We have an exciting opportunity for a graduate to join one of our analytical teams within New Modalities and Parenteral Development (NMPD) in a permanent position.
Our vision is to transform product design and development to enable us to deliver New Modality and Parenteral Medicines to Patients. New Modalities is a key growth area for AstraZeneca, and NMPD’s portfolio can include Peptides, Oligonucleotides, Nano Medicines, Polymeric nanoparticles and Dendrimer and Polymer Drug Conjugates, as well as small molecule/oral formulations .
You will join a vibrant team that is working on the next generation of medicines and playing a key role in the analytical development of new medicinal products. As part of this team you will deliver analytical knowledge that encompasses understanding of manufacturing processes, control strategy and robustness.
If you have the passion and the drive to accelerate growth and make people’s lives better – then this is the place for you.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Participate in drug product analytical activities in support of project progression during clinical development phases through to commercialisation.
- Plan and execute experimental work in accordance with project timelines.
- Support the development of analytical control strategies for new medicinal products within the New Modalities portfolio, leading to the registration of new medicines.
- Add to the development of robust analytical methodologies supporting the development of innovative drug products and manufacturing processes.
- Support activities involving the release and stability analysis of investigational medicinal products.
- Provide technical support to the manufacture of investigational medicinal products for clinical use.
- Interpret analytical data and draw reliable conclusions and recommendations to influence future work.
Essential skills
Degree, MSc, MChem in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical/Analytical Science or equivalent or the equivalent in experience
Desirable skills
Industrial experience within an analytical group: preferably in a pharmaceutical development company or CRO supporting the pharmaceutical industry.
Please note applications must include your CV and a covering letter which presents your areas of strength / development and why you should be considered for the role.
If you want to broaden knowledge and skills, there is an incredible opportunity for you here. As Operations evolves and grows, there are so many possibilities to try new and varied opportunities and upskill for the future. Build a stable long-term career in a place where you are rewarded for your commitment and our leaders provide unrivalled investment and exposure.
There are so many fantastic employee benefits that AstraZeneca offer! AstraZeneca can offer you a competitive salary, private healthcare, a fantastic holiday allowance, phenomenal training and development opportunities, and much more.
Interested…..come and join our journey!
