Principal Scientist, Science and Technology

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world?s most serious diseases. But we're more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we're proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.

We?re currently looking for a Principal Scientist to join our pharmaceutical innovation group. You will play a leading role in the strategic implementation of science and technology initiatives within Pharmaceutical Development. We´ll look to you to develop and utilise your expertise in strategic thinking to generate innovative new ideas. This is a great opportunity to receive broad exposure to Science & Technology activities across Pharmaceutical Development while establishing a strong network within AstraZeneca, as well as being part of a new and rapidly growing team.

Pharmaceutical Innovation within Pharmaceutical Development:

The Pharmaceutical Innovation groups Goal is, To be a catalyst for a step change in the value contribution of Pharmaceutical Development, The group has three main accountabilities.

- Leading the development of Pharmaceutical Development?s Science and Technology Strategy and facilitating its implementation through the functions.
- Ownership of Pharm. Dev´s Innovation and Intellectual Property Processes.
- To act as an incubator for groundbreaking new S&T areas in Pharmaceutical Development ? currently Intelligent Pharmaceuticals and In-silico Experimentation (Simulation, Prediction and Modelling)

As a Principal Scientist, Science and Technology, it is essential that you have:
- Significant experience working within a pharmaceutical organisation
- An advanced degree in a relevant discipline
- Experience in global drug development and a strong understanding of the wider business
- Knowledge and insight into relevant partner functions in Discovery, Development and Operations and their technology interactions with Pharmaceutical Development
- Direct experience of applying for, managing and supporting the audit of government and NGO funding for Science and Technology projects.

The following skills and qualifications are desirable:
- A high degree of personal scientific credibility
- An ability to think across scientific and functional boundaries, challenge the status quo and seek opportunities for business improvement through Science and Technology
- Excellent communication and influencing skills across interfaces of discipline, culture, and expertise - both internally and externally
- Strong project leadership skills
- Strong networking skills and the confidence and credibility to drive your team´s effectiveness.

More information
For more information about the position please contact: Andy Jones, VP Pharmaceutical Innovation, +44 1625 515796.

Welcome with your application via www.astrazeneca.se no later than 16 April, 2015.