This is what you will do:

Lead small molecule projects as the Medicinal Chemistry project leader. Including scientific leadership of PhD and BS/MS level internal Medicinal Chemistry and CRO resources. Provide wider project and strategic input as needed to the expanding Alexion small molecule portfolio and AZ collaborations

You will be responsible for:

• Utilise drug discovery expertise to scientifically lead small molecule multidisciplinary projects with both internal and external resources
• Provide strategic and scientific leadership of project(s) leading with strong design hypothesis.
• Wider strategic feedback to small molecules group strategy and collaborations both external and with AZ!
• Serve as subject matter expert in chemistry with both internal and external partners and provide recommendations regarding new targets and emerging external opportunities
• Proactively safeguard IP and conduct due diligences as necessary

You will need to have:

• 15 years of demonstrated experience, with experience leading projects from inception to development candidate nomination.
• Experience scientifically leading internal and external chemistry resources as a project leader
• Excellent communication, leadership, collaboration and organizational skills
• Strong track record of innovation demonstrated by patent publications spanning 10 plus years
• spanning in excess of 10yrs in industry

We would prefer for you to have:

• Extensive CRO management experience
• A PhD
• Biotech and big pharma experience

Expectation of working in the office 4 days a week statement: When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working give us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of four days per week from the office. 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.

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.