Associate Director – Cardiac Safety (In Vitro)
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Job Summary
At AstraZeneca we turn bold science into life changing medicines. This is a place where ambitious ideas meet innovative technology and collaboration makes the impossible possible! Within our Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences (CPSS) function Safety Innovation designs selects and develops safer medicines across the pipeline from first in class discovery to late-stage development.
We are now seeking an Associate Director Cardiac Safety (In Vitro) to join our team in Gothenburg strengthening our Cardiovascular Safety group at the intersection of advanced biology novel modalities and translational safety to directly impact patient lives. The position is located at our Gothenburg site a truly inspiring place to work and home to more than 2400 colleagues representing over 50 countries. Here the legacy and the next era of scientific breakthroughs come together. We believe diversity among our people is key to turning discoveries into reality.
About the role
As Associate Director Cardiac Safety you will be a scientific leader driving discovery and safety evaluation for novel therapies across AstraZenecas therapy areas. You will deploy and evolve modern in vitro systems and new approach methodologies (NAMs). You will integrate deep phenotyping including multiomics high content imaging and computational insights. This work aims to solve complex cardiovascular safety questions. This hands-on high-impact role involves composing strategy and running specific experiments. You will translate mechanisms into decisions to speed innovation safely.
What you will do
Lead custom in vitro safety strategies. Build perform and interpret investigational and mechanistic studies to predict assess and reduce cardiovascular risks related to targets and chemistry. This enables confident data-driven progression.
- Drive delivery across multiple projects: Prioritize and balance speed with scientific rigor to meet Cardiac Safety group objectives and portfolio needs.
- Provide expert counsel: Advise project teams and governance on cardiac biology and safety shaping decisions with high quality data and clear narratives.
- Build next generation models: Characterize and validate advanced in vitro models and NAMs to elevate translational relevance in risk assessment.
- Innovate and influence: Develop and implement novel cardiovascular safety solutions methods and proposals that push scientific boundaries while aligning with business and regulatory needs.
- Share and showcase impact: Publish in high quality journals and present at internal and external forums amplifying AstraZenecas leadership in cardiovascular safety science.
Essential Requirements
- Degree in Biological Sciences with proven experience or a PhD with deep understanding of cardiac biology or toxicology; equivalent expertise considered.
- Proven experience in drug discovery and/or toxicology with a strong record of independent research in industry biotech or academia.
- Demonstrated ability to compose build and complete in vitro studies evaluating therapeutic effects in complex biological systems.
- Strong background in building qualifying and validating complex laboratory-based models with translational endpoints.
- Evidence of leadership through recent publications and experience leading manuscript drafting and peer review.
To succeed in this role you will bring the following:
- Team oriented reliable and results focused; contributes to an open positive and inclusive environment.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with strong customer and collaborator management; committed to continuous development.
- Ability to challenge conventional thinking and implement creative ideas balanced with strong understanding of AstraZenecas regulatory framework.
- Commitment to Good Laboratory Science Safety Health and Environment standards and relevant external regulations.
Why join us
Step into a role where you will build the future of cardiac safety science with pioneering platforms and data-rich approaches. You will convert complex biology into clear actionable safety decisions to help bring breakthrough medicines to patients faster. Along the way you will grow your impact on a global stage collaborating across a truly international matrixed organisation where bold ideas travel fast and genuinely matter.
Whats next
If this role sounds interesting to you please apply with your cover letter and CV by 7 January 2026. We will review applications after the closing date and aim to hold interviews toward the end of January.
Find out more about AstraZeneca Sweden here: Posted
08-dec.-2025Closing Date
07-jan.-2026Our 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:
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Key Skills
- Program assessment
- FDA Regulations
- Manufacturing & Controls
- Program Evaluation
- budget forecast
- Research Experience
- Operations Management
- Research & Development
- Strategic Planning
- Contract Management
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
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