Associate Director, Immunotoxicology
Associate Director, Immunotoxicology
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Job Title: Associate Director Immunotoxicology
Locations: Cambridge UK
Salary: Competitive Excellent Employee Benefits!
Applications Deadline: June 1st
Introduction to role:
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the field of Immunotoxicology Join our Immune Safety department within Safety Sciences where we work with diverse drug modalities targeting various disease indications particularly those involving the immune system. We are excited to offer an opportunity to join our Immunotoxicology Group as an Associate Director. In this pivotal role you will deliver safe and innovative medicines across our Immunology disease portfolio. Your expertise will be crucial in developing bespoke solutions to address immune safety questions focusing on mechanistic understanding and mitigation of unwanted immunemediated adverse reactions.
This role is based at our vibrant R&D site in Cambridge (UK) where you will collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Accountabilities:
As an Associate Director of Immunotoxicology at AstraZeneca your main responsibilities will include:
Designing delivering and interpreting innovative immunotoxicology strategies to predict and mitigate unwanted immunemediated adverse reactions.
Supporting immunotoxicological evaluation and strategies for project progression involving oligonucleotides synthetic molecules and peptides.
Integrating multiple strands of knowledge into coherent immunotoxicology strategies and investigations.
Leading and prioritizing multiple projects and tasks in line with team objectives.
Presenting expert advice on immunotoxicology strategy and mitigations to safety representatives and project teams.
Mentoring and guiding team members in immunology hypotheses and practical strategies.
Continuously developing your expertise and scientific network through publications and conference presentations.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification in immunology cell biology molecular biology or pharmacology.
PhD in an immunology field with multiple postdoc positions or equivalent industrial experience in immunology and toxicology.
Knowledge and practical experience in immunology/immunotoxicology with an understanding of potential adverse outcomes of immune modulation.
Extensive practical experience with in vitro and ex vivo cellbased assay systems.
Comprehensive capabilities in immune biomarker assessment multiplexing technologies and imaging technologies. Exceptional flow cytometry skills are essential.
Understanding of the drugdevelopment process and toxicology landscape for different drug modalities.
Excellent verbal and written communication interpersonal and influencing skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Willingness to challenge conventional thinking while understanding regulatory frameworks.
Ability to follow Good Laboratory Science standards Safety Health and Environment standards the Human Tissue Act and other relevant regulations.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Understanding of immunology across preclinical toxicology in vivo models.
Knowledge and practical experience of flow cytometry and multiplex analysis.
Experience working within a toxicology laboratory environment.
Understanding of immunotoxicology and/or toxicology biomarker application in vivo.
When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire lifechanging medicines. Inperson working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca we are driven by a shared belief in the power of science to redefine whats possible. Our commitment to research and development fuels our mission to make a meaningful impact on patients lives. By integrating digital data science and AI we fastforward our research to ensure that work born in a lab can make a real difference globally. Our inclusive environment fosters collaboration across academia biotechs and industry creating swift impacts on disease. Join us to explore new ways of handling complex diseases and be part of a team that continuously learns and innovates.
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Date Posted
15May2025Closing Date
31May2025Our 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:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
