Covid-19 Assessment Laboratory Data Analyst, AstraZeneca

Job description
This facility will be used for high throughput screening for COVID-19 screening of AstraZeneca Key Workers. Staff within this laboratory will be expected to work a shift pattern to enable 16 hours a day operation across 5 days a week – Tuesday to Saturday. Hours for this role is 12pm- 9pm or 2pm-11pm. Please apply only if you are satisfied you can accommodate these working hours. This is a consultant assignment at AstraZeneca in Gothenburg, starting immediately.

Responsibilities
This role covers responsibilities in two main areas: the Analysis of PCR data generated from human specimens to assess the presence/absence of SARS-Cov-2 virus and generation of the data at the Molecular Biology Laboratories.

Qualifications
Analysis of PCR data: Primary responsibilities include: liaising with Covid-19 Assessment Laboratory Scientists to receive exported PCR data; data QC analysts of PCR data and correct tracking and recording of the analysis in the appropriate LIMS database (utilising a proprietary off the shelf data analysis package).

Key Requirements for this role:
Experience in RT-PCR data analysis
Previous experience of data analysis software and use of LIMS and databases desirable
Attention to detail, strictly adhering to SOPs
Working and communicating across a fast-paced cross organisational team


Molecular Biology: Scientists working in the Molecular Biology Laboratories are responsible for all process stages from fully automated RNA extraction and RT-PCR workflows to the delivery of PCR based results to data analysts. This work is performed to Biological Safety Level 1 (BSL1) with appropriate PPE. Applicants should be comfortable performing this process while using PPE.
Primary responsibilities include: the operation of Beckman I series robotics to perform automated magnetic bead RNA extraction procedures; tracking samples through the LIMS system; RT-PCR reaction setup including manual pipetting as well as automated plate preparation using benchtop automation equipment; setting up molecular assays on qPCR instruments; and inspection and exporting of primary and QC results for subsequent downstream analysis by Data/QC analysts. Individuals will receive full technical and safety training for this whole process which will be performed to strictly defined COVID-19 specific SOPs.

Key Requirements for this role:
Work in BSL1 lab with previous experience of automation and molecular biology techniques preferred
Work with human biological specimens. HepB Vaccination advised
Work with samples which may contain SARS-Cov-2 would be desirable
Attention to detail to ensure chain of custody of all samples, strictly adhering to SOPs

For us, it is important that all competence and skills in the labor market are utilized. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity. 

Application
2021-01-17, selection and interviews will be ongoing. The position may be filled before the last day of application, therefore, apply as soon as possible.

For more information: Elenor Ehrman, +46733434109, or Galia Nyström Askarieh, galia.nystrom@randstad.se 

About the company
Randstad Life Sciences is specialized in competences within Life Science. As a consultant with us, you get a competitive salary, benefits and collective agreements. Your consultant manager is always there for you and ensures that you get varying and developing assignments at different companies, within different industries. At Randstad Life Sciences, your personal development is in focus, and you are offered a large network and many social activities.

Randstad Life Sciences is part of Randstad, the world leader in recruitment and consulting with operations in 38 countries. With this global network, in combination with our strong local foundation, we can offer a wide range of varied and developing assignments and jobs for you who are a specialist in life science. Our mission is to help you reach your true potential with your career in focus!