Associate Principal Scientist (Veterinarian)

Are you a passionate Veterinarian who is excited by the idea of contributing to innovative laboratory animal science? Are you ready to innovate and deliver novel in vivo models for the development of medicines? If yes, then this exciting role at AstraZeneca is for you!


Right now, we are looking for a highly engaged and enthusiastic Associate Principal Scientist (Veterinarian) to join the Large Animal Science and Technology Team and complement us in our Animal Sciences and Technologies at AstraZeneca in Gothenburg, Sweden.


At AstraZeneca we believe in the potential of our people and you'll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us.


The ideal candidate will combine a clinical veterinary background with passion for scientific research in laboratory animal science. We are looking for someone with strong communication and collaboration drive, who can adopt a forward thinking approach to drive our in vivo work to support drug discovery and development projects. The role would be suitable for early career veterinarians combining a laboratory animal science education with a good level of clinical and surgical experience.


What you'll do:
The position will be based within the Animal Sciences and Technologies at AstraZeneca, a department with responsibility over in vivo studies in collaboration with diverse multi-disciplinary teams across the company.

Your main duties will include:
* Participate in the development of novel in vivo models and methodologies for the new drug modalities as a member of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver translationally robust animal models (e.g. new drug modalities including Cell Therapies);
* Participate in surgeries in pigs and rodents as part of the surgery team and contribute in developing new surgical models for medicine development
* Act as study director for in vivo studies with responsibility over the design, planning and execution of studies in the early drug development phase
* Identify and actively promote the development and implementation of animal training, welfare and the 3Rs (refinement, replacement and reduction) in collaboration with other AST scientists
* Drive the publication of posters, presentations and articles in peer-reviewed journals and contributing to the professional training and development of other AstraZeneca in vivo scientists


We are proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration, where employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.

Essential for the role:
* Degree in Veterinary Medicine with license to practice in Sweden
* Proficiency in veterinary clinical work and surgery
* Strong communication skills with fluency in Swedish and English


Desirable for the role:
* Relevant post-graduate laboratory animal qualification (e.g. Dip ECLAM, ACLAM or CertLAS)
* Expertise in the development, validation and execution of laboratory animal models in an pharmaceutical industry or academic setting
* Knowledge of Swedish and EU regulatory requirements for in vivo research
* Work experience in AAALAC-accredited animal facilities
* Good track record on scientific publications


Why AstraZeneca?
Thrive in a place where the brightest and most curious minds seamlessly come together in our inclusive environment. Our Gothenburg site is one of AstraZeneca's three strategic R&D centres. Here, you'll feel a global atmosphere in a multinational environment. Collaboration comes in all forms - across teams, functions, countries and even companies.


So, what's next?
If this sounds like the next challenge for you - apply today!
Please include with your application your CV, and a cover letter clearly describing how you meet the requirements for the role. Welcome with your application no later than 30 April, 2022.


For more information about the position, please contact hiring manager Filipe Nunes at filipe.nunes@astrazeneca.com.


Additional information:
Our AstraZeneca Gothenburg site: https://www.astrazeneca.com/our-science/gothenburg.html
About BioPharmaceuticals R&D: https://www.astrazeneca.com/r-d.html