AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company 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.

The Associate Scientist, Biology supports the Biology Department’s aims in translational science, clinical trial support, and pre-clinical drug development. This position involves hands-on execution of experiments, processing primary patient samples, maintaining equipment, preparing reagents, inventory management and other routine lab maintenance.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Works independently under the guidance of, and in conjunction with, supervising Senior Scientist to design experiments, develop novel assays, and accomplish the goals of the laboratory.
• Performs bench level laboratory work, which includes performing calculations, preparing reagents, operating analytical instruments, and maintaining accurate records in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations.
• Assumes responsibility for general laboratory maintenance and housekeeping, including organization of laboratory reagents, keeping track of deliveries, managing inventory, and maintaining laboratory stocks, cultures, or cell lines.
• Processes incoming whole blood samples from clinical studies in accordance with established SOPs and GCLP guidelines.

• Organizes lab protocols, manuals, MSDS, patient sample records, and other materials.
• Performs independent data analysis and effectively communicates results to the team, including preparation of graphs, charts, reports, or presentations.
• Maintains laboratory records and compiles data on experiments and assays.
• Utilizes literature reviews, protocols, networking and prior laboratory experience to assist with experimental design, assay development, and workflow optimization.

• May train work-study students, graduate students, contractors or other laboratory personnel.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of immunology, cancer biology and drug discovery.
• Experience with cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and flow cytometry preferred.
• Ability to perform laboratory mathematical calculations, including basic statistics.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to work well in a diverse team.
• Physical and technical ability to operate laboratory equipment and handle liquid nitrogen.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work diligently in a dynamic environment.
• Recent science graduates with Lab experience (internships, Lab Monitors etc.) are welcome to apply

Education/Training

• Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, molecular biology or related discipline required.
• At least 1 year of relevant laboratory experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point.

Date Posted

Closing Date

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.