QC Analytical BioChemists to AstraZeneca

ALTEN Pharma in Stockholm is searching for 3 motivated and competent QC Analytical BioChemists to join AstraZeneca for consultancy assignments.

About AstraZeneca
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.

Description
The purpose-built facility will supply the next generation of biological drugs from the AstraZeneca pipeline; supporting the acceleration of the biologics portfolio. The new manufacturing plant will focus on the filling and packaging of protein therapeutics for late stage clinical and commercial products.

We have exciting opportunities for QC Analytical Biochemists to join the new biologics manufacturing plant for approximately 9 months in Södertälje.

Those roles include a training period in the US.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
The QC Analytical Biochemist performs laboratory tests in accordance with the appropriate cGXP to produce reliable and precise data to support product release and scientific investigations.

Analytical testing could include:
- HPLC/UPLC – RP.
- NP, CEX and HIC.
- Gas Chromatography
- Electophoresis - CE and ICE
- Spectroscopy
- Protein concentration
- Device testing
- Particulate Analysis.

The Analytical Biochemist also:
- Prepares specimens and samples for analysis.
- Writes and execution of SOP and reports.
- Keeps up to date with technical developments.
- Performs routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies and processes to carry out analyses. Performs data review/approval and data retention activities. Input data for trending purposes.
- You will also perform a variety of non-routine testing including analytical method transfer and validation, experimental/validation work and analytical support to production.
- Records and as appropriate interprets results to present to senior colleagues. Constructs, maintains and operates standard laboratory equipment.
- Uses computers and performs mathematical calculations for the analysis of data and preparation of graphs, trends, etc.
- Provides support to functional and cross functional investigations when needed.
- Ensures the compliance with Health & Safety Guidelines, SHE policy.
- Leads by example and acts as a role model according AstraZeneca values and behaviors.

Essential Requirements:
- Degree level/or equivalent in chemistry/biochemistry or a related discipline.
- Experience in chromatography/electrophoresis.
- Fluent in both Swedish and English.

Desirable Requirements:
- Experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment / Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
- Understanding of Quality Control testing techniques.
- Previous Biopharmaceutical Industry experience.

About ALTEN
For over 20 years, ALTEN has developed its business by keeping to the core values ??that have built up the company's success. Every year, hundreds of ALTEN consultants have been given the opportunity to embark on challenging technical projects for our customers. ALTEN has a tradition of developing products in many areas, and history in Sweden is based primarily on skills in mechanics, software and electronics. Thanks to a successful concept in which we utilize the expertise of experienced consultants and develop young abilities towards a successful career, we have gained ground in many industries. Our Pharma initiative is based on the same successful concept with the same strong structure, but in a new exciting industry and a new field of expertise that includes knowledge in chemistry, biotechnology and biomedicine.

As an employee at ALTEN, we offer you a competitive salary based on your performance and work experience. You also have the opportunity to influence your assignments, different benefits and your overall working environment as well as choose your career path. We offer a wide range of internal trainings and an opportunity to plan for an international career. It is our conviction that genuine commitment is created through choice and the ability to influence your own personal development - our business model provides that opportunity. This freedom of choice enables us to offer our clients the most committed consultants, regardless of assignments. At ALTEN, we believe in growing together!

For questions about the position, please contact Louise Geijer, Business Manager Pharma, at louise.geijer@alten.se.