Graduate Analytical Chemist - Chemical Development
Macclesfield, UK
Competitive salary and benefits
Introduction to role:
Are you graduating during the Summer of 2025, with a passion for analytical chemistry and a desire to make a real impact in the pharmaceutical industry? We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated scientists to join our Chemical Development team in Operations. AstraZeneca graduate roles apply skills that enable us to deliver great medicines, you will apply your knowledge and skills to help us deliver great medicines, further develop technical and interpersonal skills, and gain a breadth of insight across the business. You will be part of the project development team, driving the quality of the active pharmaceuticals we made in the lab and on plant manufacture.
Accountabilities:
In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop robust analytical methodologies to enable the design of synthetic routes and processes, applying chemistry and analytical skills to real-life situations. Problem solving skills will ensure the supply of medicines to patients, you will build Data and AI skills, plan and implement lab-based experimental work, interpret analytical data, and use your technical knowledge to contribute to improvement projects. Develop within specialist scientific and technology networks within Chemical Development and wider functions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure that work is in accordance with appropriate Safety, Health & Environment guidelines, quality and compliance standards.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Degree or equivalent experience or equivalent in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry (achieved or due to graduate by Summer 2025).
- Ability to demonstrate the very latest pioneering analytical chemistry knowledge from degree course.
- Use or knowledge of in silico experiments and application
- Experience of a broad range analytical techniques (e.g. LC, NMR, MS).
- A rational and logical approach to decision-making and problem-solving; the ability to make judgements based on sound reasoning and data.
- Self-motivated and systematic approach to work and delivering to deadlines.
- Good communication skills (written and spoken).
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Some industrial experience in analytical chemistry, e.g. a sandwich or summer placement during your degree, or equivalent.
- Solid understanding of scientific literature and searching techniques.
- Evidence of ability to collaborate and work optimally within teams.
- Examples of project management skills and input.
- Data science skills, such as data visualisation, data manipulation, coding, model building or other related areas.
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace, and challenge perceptions. This is a lab-based role and you will be on site 5 days a week. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by our commitment to deliver accelerated growth and to make people's lives better. We are part of an inclusive and giving community where we support each other on our journeys. We are disciplined problem solvers and doers who thrive in our often intense and ambiguous environment. We are leading the way in delivering Lean processes that drive greater efficiency and speed. Sustainable practices are at the heart of what we do. We have the ambition to be a performance driven network. We are truly global, operating in over 25 locations. We are key contributors to being Zero Carbon by 2025 and carbon negative across the entire value chain by 2030.
Ready to make an impact on society through our sustainability goals? Join us now! Be part of evolving how we work with Lean, ground breaking science, digitalisation and sustainable practices. Apply today!
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.