Director/Associate Director Toxicology

Are you an innovative scientist with a background in Toxicology, Immunology, Cell Biology or Pharmacology? We are looking for a motivated individual to join us as an Associate Director/Director Toxicologist with a focus on transformative respiratory and immunology drug projects. You will bring critical safety-expertise to the Respiratory & Immunology, Neuroscience, Vaccines & Immune Therapies unit (RINVI), Safety Sciences within the larger function of Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences (CPSS). The position in based in Gothenburg, Sweden.



What You'll do:

As an empowered Toxicologist at AstraZeneca, you will work at the forefront of toxicology and safety science, working in a multidisciplinary and international environment. You will play a key role in progressing our rich and diverse R&I pipeline through discovery, into clinical development and ultimately launch. Your responsibilities include designing and interpreting toxicology research programs, leading the toxicology input to AstraZeneca R&I project teams, evaluating and assessing drug project safety risks and developing risk mitigation strategies. Additional responsibilities include providing expert nonclinical evaluation of in-licensing and out-licensing opportunities, contributing to the delivery of the departmental strategy and objectives, participating in external consortia/symposia, and representing AstraZeneca at relevant scientific venues, and providing mentorship and guidance to early career toxicologists.



Essential Skills/Experience:

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PhD in toxicology (or extensive relevant experience), immunology, cell biology, pharmacology, systems biology, or related field.
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High level of knowledge and expertise in toxicology and risk assessment; specific expertise in immunology is considered an advantage.
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Experience of operating as nonclinical safety lead in drug projects with planning, execution, interpretation and communication of toxicology data
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Established record of scientific contribution in peer-reviewed journals and scientific symposiums.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Experience with design of strategies and/or execution of in vitro and/or in vivo experiments to determine the safety and/or efficacy of respiratory and immunological therapeutics.



Desirable Skills/Experience:

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Experience with various modalities (small molecules, siRNAs, ASOs, protacs, and biologics including bispecific immunomodulatory drugs, immune cell therapy and gene therapy)



At AstraZeneca, we are changemakers on the stage at an exciting frontier of medicine. We are helping to transform healthcare and build pandemic preparedness to protect against future health crises. We are committed to our central role in addressing pandemic and endemic diseases and ensuring our products continue to reach and benefit millions of people around the world. We are team players who invest in ground-breaking collaborations, local partnerships, and commercial initiatives. In everything we do, people come first. Every decision and action is centered around how we can serve them better. We are challenging the norm, going above and beyond to find solutions for the people receiving our medicines.



So, what's next?

Are you ready to follow the science and be part of a team that makes a bigger impact on patients' lives? Apply today and join us in our mission to push the boundaries of science and transform medicine!

For more information, please contact: Per Åberg, Director, Respiratory & Immunology, Neuroscience, Vaccine and Immune Therapies (RINVI) Safety Science, per.aberg@astrazeneca.com

Welcome with your application (CV and cover letter) no later than 31 August. We will review the applications continuously so please apply as soon as possible.