Scientist/Senior Scientist - EPDM

At AstraZeneca, we unlock the power of What Science Can Do. Empowered to explore, every day we work towards our ultimate aim - treating, preventing, modifying and even curing complex diseases. Be part of the team where you are empowered to follow the science!

The arena
Pharmaceutical Sciences is accountable for the design and development of synthetic routes, preclinical and phase I/II formulations, encompassing both small molecules and new modalities such as mRNA and oligonucleotides, across the whole range of AstraZeneca´s therapeutic areas.

The manufacturing unit within Early Product Development and Manufacture (EPDM) in Gothenburg is accountable for manufacture of a vast portfolio of early investigational medicinal products (oral solution/suspension, parenteral solutions, capsules, tablets and inhalation products), mainly for Phases I and II. We supply drug product to AZ clinical studies globally and are a vital part to enable early phase clinical trials, delivering a critical step on the path from idea to patient. In short, we are the first in line to manufacture what could improve the lives of numerous patients around the globe. We are now looking for a Scientist or Senior Scientist, depending on your background and experience, to join our team at our vibrant R&D site in Gothenburg, Sweden.

The role
Within the EPDM manufacturing unit, in the GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) arena, you will make an important contribution in delivering clinical results in the development of new medicines. This role revolves around the manufacturing of drug product where all activities below will have a significant impact on the speed, quality and cost of the AZ development portfolio. We expect the successful candidate to:

* Assume responsibilities toward timely manufacture of numerous drug products in line with the plans agreed within EPDM.
* Work with practical hands-on processes in our GMP facilities following manufacturing batch records and perform transactions in material management systems.
* Monitor, secure and follow up on other regulatory requirements according to GMP through associated IT-systems.
* Rapidly develop strong competence within relevant process technologies and build credibility and ability to drive and secure product establishment, scale-up and clinical manufactures.
* Support documentation activities, e.g. by authoring manufacturing batch records, taking part in deviation investigations, authoring SOPs and other guidance documents etc.
* Assess records and report manufacturing and validation data accurately according to GMP.
* Ensure that SHE (Safety Health and Environment) and GMP standards are upheld and ensure AZ Policies and Standards are understood and followed.
* Be entrepreneurial and drive initiatives to further improve flexibility and productivity, resulting in shorter lead times or increased value for our customers and patients.

Experience/requirements

* MSc in pharmacy/engineering and/or hands on experience of GMP-manufacture in the pharmaceutical industry is essential for this role.
* We are looking for a scientist with excellent collaboration, communication, and planning skills with a strong sense of responsibility, team work and delivery focus. There is both scope and an expectation to build the range of accountabilities over time, in line with personal development.
* Strong documentation skills, both in English and Swedish is a requirement. We expect you to have a keen interest to learn and operate complex manufacturing equipment and develop your expertise in pharmaceutical process technology. Experience from pharmaceutical development or working in a manufacturing or supply chain organisation and knowledge of cGMP is a merit for this role.

If your passion is science & technology and you want to be part of a team that makes a positive impact on patients' lives, then there's no better place to be. With us there are many opportunities to develop yourself and your career. From our diverse portfolio and teamwork, to our cutting-edge innovations - it's a place for lifelong learning.

So, what's next?
Are you already imagining yourself joining us? Good, because we can't wait to hear from you!
Welcome with your application; CV and cover letter, no later than August 8, 2021
For more information please contact: Frederika Bramer, Team Manager at Frederika.Bramer@astrazeneca.com

Additional information
BioPharmaceuticals R&D: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmFx_jr2eFo
Our Gothenburg site: https://www.astrazeneca.com/our-science/gothenburg.html
Life in Gothenburg: https://www.movetogothenburg.com/
Culture and atmosphere of the Gothenburg site: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6496327311678410752/