Join our Operations team as an Associate Scientist I / II in the MS&T Labs. The core responsibilities of this role include laboratory executions supporting large-scale investigations, raw material screening, and process optimization. The primary focus of this position will be upstream manufacturing on the small-scale. Experience the excitement and varied challenges as we launch new products. It's the quality of the products that ignites our passion to rapidly develop innovative new processes.

Accountabilities:
As an Associate Scientist, you will support laboratory studies through routine small-scale bioreactor sampling and monitoring. You will have the ability to learn/perform basic filtration and purification experiments and perform more than two analytical methods independently. You will maintain GDP for all laboratory experiments and contribute to lean labs continuous improvement initiatives by completing assigned laboratory upkeep tasks. You will also contribute to the laboratories sustainability efforts by being mindful of waste, water consumption, and electricity. 

Essential Skills/Experience:
- BS/BA/MS in Engineering, Biological/Physical Sciences, or equivalent focus of study.
- Science or Engineering
- BS 4 – 8 years, MS 2 – 5 years in a cGMP biopharmaceutical production setting with a focus on large-scale mammalian cell culture processes.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we spark bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. In Operations, we work the entire week onsite. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca?
With constant new products and launches, there's never been a better time to join Supply Chain and shape our future with a big contribution to life-changing medicines. Our resilience helps us to thrive as we innovate and evolve. Ours is a safe and positive space where ideas are encouraged and rewarded. We foster an encouraging, positive environment where you can actively participate by sharing ideas, and problem-solving. United behind a common goal to succeed, we take our collective findings and work as a team to continue pressing the boundaries of Supply Chain.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today and join us in our mission to deliver life-changing medicines!

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.