Analytical Scientist

About the position
Do you have an interest in analytical chemist? Would you like to work in a cross-functional environment using state of the art technology? Then you might be our next member in the Separation Science Laboratory team!

We’re looking for a talented and motivated analytical chemist to join our Separation Science Laboratory team within the Pharmaceutical Science function at AstraZeneca in Gothenburg.
The vision for Pharmaceutical Sciences is to deliver the therapies of the future through scientific leadership in drug delivery, design of synthetic routes and manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API). Our portfolio of projects spans traditional small molecules to nucleotide-based therapies and nanomedicines across AstraZeneca’s therapy areas.

Responsibilities
You will join a highly competent team and collaboratively drive the delivery of pure compounds to our early portfolio. We use modern chromatographic instrumentation including LC and SFC in both analytical and preparative scale and a high degree of automation.
To be successful in this role you will need a problem-solving attitude and strong delivery focus. It is essential with good communication skills and ability to engage and collaborate across boundaries. You are expected to:

• Be laboratory based and work collaboratively with colleagues
• Run chromatographic equipment as well as liquid handling robotics
• Effectively operate with scientists from other functions in a highly cross-disciplinary environment

Your profile
Essential requirements
• Scientific knowledge within analytical chemistry
• Technical skills and experience to use and maintain chromatographic equipment
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent English, both spoken and written
• Work collaboratively, prioritise your own work and act decisively

About the organisation
This position is a consultant assignment at AstraZeneca via QRIOS Life Science & Engineering in Göteborg for one year. During this time you will be employed by QRIOS Life Science & Engineering.
QRIOS employs curious experts in IT, Life Science and Engineering. We want to continue to attract the best employees, to continue to support our partners with the important competences you require. We are a recruitment and consulting company that is strongly inspired by those who never stop looking for new solutions. As we say, QRIOS MINDS GO FURTHER

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.