Scientist Chemistry Compound Management
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Job Summary
Are you a passionatescientisteager to join a companyatthe forefront of sample management technologies Would you like to contribute to the continuous improvement of life-changing projectsPerfect we have a new challenge for you!
We are looking for a motivated and engaged team memberforour CompoundManagementteamat our vibrant R&D site at AstraZeneca inGothenburg Sweden.
In this roleyou willbe responsible forthe storage andtimelysupply of compounds to AstraZenecas drug discovery projects. Highlyautomatedliquid handlingsystemswill be employed to supplymolecules to AstraZeneca scientists and partner organisations. You will be a part of theDiscovery Sciencesorganisationoperatingwithin a first-class scientific environment to support drug discovery across each of AstraZenecas Therapeutic Areas.
Thrive in a place where the brightest and most curious minds seamlessly come together in our inclusive environment.
What you will do:
In this position you will get the opportunity to work in a dynamic and enthusiastic environment whilst delivering critical support toall phases ofdrug discovery projectsand workingwith a broadrange of chemical modalities. Youwill besupporting projects byprocessing andproviding compounds in the requested format - assay ready plates serially diluted mother platesformulationsand solids.Bringing in new capabilitiesand buildingnewworkflowsarecore activitieswithin our group performedina cross-functionalcollaborationsettingwiththedrug discovery projects.
You areexpected to act upon day-to-day issues that occur whilst processing samplesandrunCompoundManagement development projects to ensure continuous improvementwithin the local team and the global department.
Examples oftypical tasks:
Designingperformingand interpreting experiments independently to investigate process improvements and evaluatenew technologies.
Working closely with internal project teams to meet drug discovery needs.
Rapidly addressingcollaboratorqueries with regards toCompound Managementorders softwareprocessesand capabilities.
Achieving personal scientific visibility through project contributions internalpresentationsand publications.
Wework collaboratively within our Compound Management teamto understandthecollaboratorneeds and how to add value through our experience and capabilities. Tomaintainthis positionand provide support within agreed service levels we actively seek ways to improve our processbuildcross teamworkflowsandexploitnewtechnologies.
Essentialrequirements forthe role:
Compound Managementis a highly collaborative group working to tight delivery schedules - so the ability to be comfortable working at a fast goal-oriented pace with a team-focused attitudeis essential to beingsuccessful in the role.Furthermore you have excellent communication skillswitha proactive deliveryandcollaboratorfocus.
We also believethatyou have:
A BSc/MSc inChemistry/Biotechnology/Chemical engineering with relevant experience.
Excellentcommunicationskillsandhigh work ethics.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability toidentifyand implement improvement activities.
A track recordin the performance of a range of practical skills including non-routine complex tasks toa high level.
We believe that our new colleague sharesourpassion for science technology and innovationandunderstandsthe drug discovery process.Previousexperience of working in acompoundmanagement role andoperatingintegrated automation equipmentlike liquid handlersand scheduling softwareisa strong merit.Some experiencewithIT (SQL/Python/Java coding) is an advantagebut not a requirement.
Why AstraZeneca
Here we are committed to making a difference. We have built our business around our passionfor science. Now we are fusing data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to
achieve the next wave of breakthroughs.
Sowhatsnext
Ifyourepassionate about the possibilities of science to make a differencewelcometojoin us!Welook forward to gettingto know you andinvite you tosubmityour applicationas soon as possiblebut no later thantheFebruary 1 2026.Applications willbe reviewed continuously.
For more information about the position please contactrecruiting manager Karin KasperssonDirectorCompound Managementat.
Date Posted
19-jan.-2026Closing Date
01-feb.-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:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Machine Learning
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
About Company
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, ... View more
