Associate Principal Scientist Compound Management
Associate Principal Scientist Compound Management
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Title Associate Principal Scientist Compound Management
Cambridge UK
Competitive Salary & benefits
Introduction to role:
Are you an experienced scientist seeking a role where your expertise can make an extraordinary impact Join a place built on innovation and creativity. Where different views and perspectives are welcomed and valued. An environment that champions inclusion and teams that reflect the diversity of the communities that we serve.
We are currently looking to recruit into Compound Management a delivery focused team where we collaborate to support projects aiming to impact patients lives. We are responsible for the storage and timely provision of chemical compounds to AstraZenecas drug discovery projects. We belong in Discovery Sciences our wider function that applies deep technical expertise in specialist technologies to support the delivery of targets and molecules to the early AstraZeneca pipeline.
This is a labbased leadership role in which you will work in a dynamic environment contributing to highimpact drug discovery projects. We are looking for someone with expertise in drug discovery and innovative thinking with the ability and enthusiasm to apply this to the Compound Management environment.
Accountabilities:
Bring expert scientific influence into Hit Discovery projects developing and implementing strategic initiatives
Provide labbased leadership to ensure highquality support to projects within a fastpaced environment
Work with external partners to develop next generation solutions for the Compound Management laboratories of the future
Operate advanced automation platforms and technologies to supply research compounds in varied formats to meet drug discovery needs locally and globally
Develop productive relationships with diverse science and capability teams
Essential Skills/Experience:
A Ph.D. or . with equivalent experience in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry biology)
5 years of relevant labbased experience in a scientific setting
Drug discovery process and assay knowledge
Talent for developing automation and integrated systems within a labbased environment
Developed impactful solutions to science or technology challenges through innovative thinking and collaboration
Excellent communication teamwork and mentoring skills
Desirable skills/Experience:
Experience in compound management or related fields
Experience working with global teams and building external partnerships
Knowledge of the latest trends and technologies in compound management and/or laboratory automation
Established successful multidisciplinary initiatives
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles
We truly believe that everyone contributes with a unique set of competences. Your curiosity and passion for personal development combined with support from colleagues mentors and leaders will ensure you maximise your skills abilities and contribution.
*** We will be reviewing applications and shortlisting on a rolling basis as such we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy ahead of the stated closing date ***
Why AstraZeneca
Join the team that follows the science unlike anywhere else. This is the place for curious minds. Dig deep into the biology of complex disease and uncover breakthroughs. Thrive in a place where the brightest and most curious minds seamlessly come together in our inclusive environment.
So whats next!
If your passion is science and you want to be part of a team that makes a bigger impact on patients lives then theres no better place to be.
We welcome your application as soon as possible but ahead of the scheduled closing date of 2nd April 2025.
In the event that we identify suitable candidates ahead of the scheduled closing date we reserve the right to withdraw the vacancy earlier than published.
Where can I find out more
This is what were made of: sustainability ambition: Publications: Posted
12Mar2025Closing Date
02Apr2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations please complete the section in the application form.Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
