Formulation Scientist/Product developer at AZ

We are looking for 3 Formulation Scientists/Product Developers for an exciting assignment at AstraZeneca in Gothenburg.

We now have the opportunity for 3 consultants to join the team in the role as Formulation Scientist/Product Developer within the department Oral Product Development at AstraZeneca in Gothenburg. The work includes development, characterization, and documentation, mainly of solid based formulations, in order to develop drug products. Apply today!

Purpose, Offer and Benefits

This is a consulting assignment starting in August and expected to continue until December. You will be employed by TNG during the assignment period.

AstraZeneca is a major international healthcare business engaged in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of prescription pharmaceuticals and the supply of healthcare services. AstraZeneca is proud to offer a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Co-workers are empowered to express diverse perspectives- and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity. In AstraZeneca we set pride to drive the development in a sustainable way, in all areas of our business from influencing our suppliers through development to commercial products.

Your Responsibilities

We are looking for a formulation scientist who can work together with us with generating and evaluating pharmaceutical technologies and formulations. The work includes development, characterization, and documentation, mainly of solid based formulations, in order to develop drug products.

The tasks include planning and implementation of experiments with the aim of generating new formulations and optimizing processes in lab and pilot scale. We are looking for both people with and without previous experience in the area

The Bigger Picture

AstraZeneca is one of the world´s most exciting bio-pharmaceutical companies. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, we´re on a mission to turn ideas into life-changing medicines that improve patients´ lives and benefit society. We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients around the world.

Our Expectations

• MSc/BSc in chemistry, pharmacy, chemical engineering, food technology or equivalent.
• Good knowledge in written and spoken Swedish and/or English is necessary.
• Laboratory experience including working with computerized systems. 
• Experience from working within the pharmaceutical industry, medical tech, or with manufacturing equipment, this will be an advantage.
• Solid materials/formulation experience is highly meriting.

As a person, you should be well organized, analytical, flexible and accurate. Good team working skills are also important, together with the ability to operate independently. Good communication skills linked to the ability to work to tight timelines are highly valued.

Interested?
This is a staffing assignment which means that you are employed by TNG, but work for one of our customers. If you are interested in this position, apply right now! The selection process is ongoing and the position can be filled before the last apply-date. If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter.