Analytical Scientist, Advanced Drug Delivery

About the position
At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life changing medicines and strive to continuously meet the unmet needs of patients worldwide. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big, and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.

We continually push the boundaries of science to deliver medicines that treat diseases across our main therapy areas. Through our integration with Alexion, this now includes expanding the limits of scientific research to better understand rare diseases and to discover new life-changing treatments for them.

Pharmaceutical Sciences is a department within AstraZeneca Biopharmaceutical R&D. The Pharmaceutical Sciences’ mission is to transform molecules into investigational medicines, meeting the unmet needs of future patients. Advanced Drug Delivery is a department in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Our portfolio of projects spans traditional small molecules, proteins, oligonucleotides to RNA based therapeutics across AstraZeneca’s therapy areas and our mission is to transform diverse modalities into investigational medicines.
We are now recruiting a hardworking and motivated Scientist to join our GMP Analytics team within the Advanced Drug Delivery (ADD) function in Gothenburg, Sweden. The role sits within the ADD group at our vibrant R&D site in Gothenburg, Sweden. With more than 2 800 employees from over 70 different countries, our vibrant Gothenburg site is a truly inspiring place to work.

Responsibilities
As a scientist, you will be part of the development of analytical methods, stability assessments as well as exploratory scientific initiatives. Additionally, you will perform analytical work to support the clinical phase development, such as validation of analytical methods, release analysis and stability studies. Part of the work is performed according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

You will be a member of different drug development project teams, representing your skill and scientific area. You will work in close collaboration with formulation scientists, analytical chemists as well as biopharmaceutics experts at AstraZeneca in Sweden, UK and US. Profound knowledge of the discovery and development phase as well as awareness of clinical drug development are central for being successful in this role.

We are looking for you, who together with your team will make a difference for patients' lives every day. This through your ability to independently lead and achieve set goals within budget, time and to the right quality

Your profile
• MSc in a relevant scientific field (such as Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or Biotechnology)
• In-depth knowledge of analytical methodologies such as chromatography, mass spectrometry and other biophysical/chemical characterization techniques
• Understanding of principles and applications of GMP
• An interest in exploratory analytical work related to complex molecules, delivery systems and new technologies
• Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing
• Thorough understanding of principles, applications and management of Safety Health and Environment (SHE)

About the organisation
This is a consulting assignement at AstraZeneca in Gothenburg for one year starting in February 2024. During this time you will be hired by QRIOS.
QRIOS Life Science can offer several opportunities for skilled people with a background in biochemistry, chemical engineering or science. We work with Sweden’s leading pharmaceutical and life science companies. So whether you’re interested in research, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, environmental and quality control, sales and marketing, or just want a career change, we have the job for you.

Working as a consultant suits whoever wants to get a lot of experience in a short period of time. We offer you the chance to work with well-known brands at renowned companies where you can develop your skills. If you’re looking for a world of exciting assignments and new contacts, you’ll like being a consultant.

About Astra Zeneca:
AstraZeneca is a major international healthcare company engaged in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of prescription pharmaceuticals and the supply of healthcare services. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies - at AstraZeneca, we are proud to have a unique culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.