Operational Technologist Drug Product Manufacture

An exciting consultant opportunity, starting 01-09-2020, has arisen for a highly motivated Operational Technologist at AstraZeneca Gothenburg. We are looking for a person with good team working skills together with an interest in science, technique and manufacturing equipment and practical hands-on work.

Drug Product Manufacture (DPM) in Mölndal manufactures investigational products (oral solution/suspension, parenteral solutions, capsules, tablets and inhalers) to AZ clinical studies mainly in phase I/II around the globe and is a vital part of the Pharmaceutical Development Supply Chain organisation. At DPM in the GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) arena you will make a contribution in delivering clinical results and new medicines.

You will have a great opportunity to learn more about pharmaceutical development working with experienced operators. This role (Career level B) contributes to the manufacturing of drug product in development phase for clinical studies. All below activities will have an impact on the speed, quality and cost of the AZ development portfolio.

For further details around this position you are welcome to contact Jenny Lundkvist at jenny.lundkvist@poolia.se. Welcome with your application no later than 25th of August.

Dina arbetsuppgifter i huvudsak
Practical hands-on work in our pilot plant GMP facilities with dedicated tasks in close collaboration and to support DPM Scientist or Senior Scientist e.g. assisting GMP operators with:

• Preparation of process rooms before and after clinical manufacture
• Assembly / disassembly and cleaning of equipment
• Dispensing of API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) and excipients (inactive pharmaceutical ingredients)
• Bulk packing
• Visual inspection of drug products
• Metal check of drug products
• Check of log books
• Working according to SHE (Safety Health and environment) and GMP standards

The role is intended to be used in a flexible way to resolve short term bottle necks. The role holder will not become fully qualified as a GMP operator but will be able to carry out much of the work expected from operators under supervision.

Vem är du?
We are looking for flexible staff (temporary positions) with good team working skills. You need to be careful with the faculty of following written procedures and document executed tasks. In addition, you should have an interest in science, technique and manufacturing equipment and practical hands-on work.

You must have completed your studies at upper secondary school level e.g. in natural/technical sciences.

Om verksamheten
At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life changing medicines. We win through science, it’s at the heart of our every success. That science is only possible when we all work together – we’ll always make sure you’re clear about how your role is connected to our wider mission to really show what science can do.


Are you ready to make a difference?
Send in your application, and we’ll make it happen together.