Analytical Scientist to Oral Product Development Department

Hays Life Science is now looking for an analytical chemist for a four month long assignment at AstraZeneca! AstraZeneca is a major international healthcare business engaged in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of prescription pharmaceuticals and the supply of healthcare services. AstraZeneca is proud to offer a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Co-workers are empowered to express diverse perspectives- and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity. In AstraZeneca we set pride to drive the development in a sustainable way, in all areas of our business from influencing our suppliers through development to commercial products. The arena: We now have the opportunity for a consultant to join our team in the roles as Analytical Scientists (Career Level C) within the Analytical Science Unit in the department Oral Product Development at AstraZeneca Gothenburg. Tasks and responsibilities/The role: We are looking for a scientist in Analytical Chemistry who can provide input in the area of analytical science during the development of drug products and can work together with us determining the quality attributes during the development of the formulations. The work includes analytical testing, documentation, and attending and presenting in project team meetings. The role is primarily laboratory based. Essential for the role:

• BSc or MSc typically from pharmaceutics, chemistry or analytical science, but also other disciplines with relevant skills.
• Scientific knowledge within analytical science, laboratory experience including working with computerized systems and chromatography techniques (e.g. UPLC) for detection of small molecules.
• Experience from working within the pharmaceutical industry is an advantage.
• If you have experience from working in a GMP environment or worked in AstraZeneca or pharmaceutical industry, this will be an advantage.
• Good knowledge in written and spoken Swedish and/or English is necessary

As a person, you should be well organized, analytical, flexible and accurate. Good team working skills are also important, together with the ability to operate independently. Good communication skills linked to the ability to work to tight timelines are highly valued. AstraZeneca is one of the world's most exciting bio-pharmaceutical companies. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, we're on a mission to turn ideas into life-changing medicines that improve patients' lives and benefit society. We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients around the world.