We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to support our biologics discovery pipeline and provide protein affinity and biophysical characterisation expertise to support drug discovery and technology development projects across all therapeutic areas at AstraZeneca. This primarily lab-based role involves working as part of a multi-disciplinary team involved in production and characterisation of biologics, interacting with multiple departments (e.g., the therapy areas and Data Science & Artificial Intelligence). It requires an ability to design and measure the affinity of protein-protein interactions via surface, solution and cell-based methods e.g. using Biacore, Carterra, KinExA and LigandTracer instruments, to support the characterisation of therapeutic molecules. Working in a larger multidisciplinary team will afford opportunities to develop new skills and contribute more widely to the drug discovery process.

About AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.

Site description

Granta Park, Cambridge (UK), is one of over 400 sites here at AstraZeneca, providing an environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities, it’s important to us that you bring your full self to work every day. To help you maintain your best self, here’s a sneak peek into some of the things this site provides for you…Cambridge is one of the most exciting bioscience hotspots in the world and plays a central role in our mission to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Granta Park has a gym, nursery, and central restaurant/coffee place as part of the science park facilities that are accessible to our staff. We also have our own bistro and deli in the AZ buildings. This is our biggest and most spacious lab site with easy access from all major routes and ample car parking available - come and join us! Please be aware that during the second half of 2023 you will be required to move to our new pioneering Cambridge Biomedical Centre.

Business area

Fast-paced, it takes agility and responsiveness to stay committed in our pursuit of excellence. We work with focus to seek the unanswered questions – innovating, challenging accepted norms, quick decision-making and taking smart risks. A place of trust, it’s an opportunity to take accountability, be brave, speak up, step up and redefine Biologics Engineering, now and in the future. Be a part of improving lives.

Essential for the role

• PhD with relevant experience or BSc/higher degree with equivalent lab-based experience

• Hands-on experience designing and determining affinity measurements of protein-protein interactions via surface, and solution methods e.g., Biacore, and Carterra, as well as the analysis of large data sets

• Extensive experience of conducting protein chemical modifications and biophysical protein characterisation by e.g. SDS-PAGE, Western blotting and HPLC-SEC

• Excellent understanding of the theoretical concepts of molecular interactions and applying these to experimental design in support of drug and technology projects

• Ability to provide solutions to a variety of complex problems e.g., able to troubleshoot affinity determinations from complex interactions

• Ability to optimize protocols, troubleshoot, interpret experimental results/data, and maintain accurate, high quality and up-to-date experimental records

• Strong communication skills in a team environment and an ability to quickly learn and embrace new technologies

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, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already considering joining the team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.

• If you’re curious to know more please get in touch with Louise Bennett

Competitive salary package and benefits

Close Date: 23/05/2023

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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.