Formulation Scientist, Animal Sciences & Technologies – Fixed Term Contract ( 8 months)
Location: Cambridge Biomedical Campus (DISC)
Competitive salary and benefits
AstraZeneca is a science-led, global biopharmaceutical company, committed to improving the health and lives of people across the globe through our research and development platform and a growing late-stage pipeline. With a presence in over 100 countries, we have strength in emerging markets, and our medicines are used by millions of patients and clinicians worldwide. Working here means being results-oriented and working together to make the impossible a reality!
Our Animal Sciences & Technologies (AST) department sits within AZ’s Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences, part of our wider Biopharmaceutical R&D unit; We support and drive in vivo studies for AstraZeneca in Cambridge. Our mission is to conduct studies to evaluate the efficacy, safety and pharmacokinetics of novel candidate drugs.
We’re looking for outstanding Formulation Scientists with a passion for pre-formulation and formulation science to collaborate within an in vivo broader team, working with Study directors and colleagues in Pharmaceutical Sciences. You will apply your scientific and technical formulation skills to deliver fit-for-purpose preclinical formulations (small molecules, but also more complex biological molecules). These formulations are pivotal to the delivery of pre-clinical PK/PD, efficacy and toxicological studies which enable selection and progression of suitable drug candidates across AstraZeneca’s core therapeutic areas including Oncology, Respiratory and Immunology, and Cardiovascular Renal & Metabolism).
The role requires a highly adaptive self-starter, with exceptional communication skills, and the ability to thrive in an interdisciplinary, truly fast-paced environment. Capability to flex between contributing both as a remarkable individual contributor, as well a great team-player within team and matrix environments is crucial.
Responsibilities:
Conducting formulation lab-based experimental work in accordance with project timelines
Contributing to the planning and coordination of preclinical formulations
Working cross-functionally to build and develop an understanding of the formulation challenges a compound may present for pre-clinical studies
Working with both your immediate team and internal cross-functional teams to effectively feedback on formulation methodologies, including proactive problem solving
Stock management of formulation vehicles, excipients and consumables
Ensuring effective supplies of test material from internal and external sources
Performing tasks in accordance with appropriate Safety, Health & Environment (SHE), quality and compliance standards, e.g. Good Laboratory Standards (GLS)
Documenting formulation work for enhanced work trail and quality control/assurance
Essential criteria
BSc or equivalent, in Pharmaceutical Sciences, a related subject or relevant experience
Experience in delivery of oral and parenteral formulations
Pharmaceutical industry experience
Desirable criteria
An understanding of physicochemical and solid-state properties and their relationship to formulation development
An understanding of multiple forms of formulations (solids, solutions, suspensions)
A basic understanding of biopharmaceutics and pharmacokinetics
Skills and Capabilities
An ability to work at pace and across multiple projects simultaneously, using initiative and imagination to meet agreed objectives and timelines
Excellent collaboration, team working and networking skills with the capability to work across boundaries
Why AstraZeneca
At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.
So, what’s next?
We welcome your application as soon as possible. The scheduled closing date is 6th September 2024.
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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.