AstraZeneca - Research Scientist - Proteomics Specialist, through KellyOCG

Research Scientist - NGS based Proteomics

At AstraZeneca, our achievements stem from scientific excellence. Our innovative work thrives on collaboration, ensuring that every member of our team understands how their role contributes to our broader mission of showcasing the power of science.

The NGS/Transcriptomics team is a dynamic group dedicated to advancing “omics” technologies and methodologies. Our goal is to generate insightful data that enhances our understanding of drug pharmacology, target mechanisms, model systems, patients, and diseases, aligning closely with AstraZeneca’s strategy for Growth through Innovation.

We are seeking a Research Scientist with a background in molecular biology laboratory practices. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional teamwork skills and a history of collaborative success to drive scientific excellence and deliver robust results for our research projects.

This is a 12-month consultancy assignment through KellyOCG, where you be fully integrated with AstraZeneca and report directly to your manager at AstraZeneca.

Are you driven to push the boundaries of science? Do you want to contribute directly to AZ’s innovative growth strategy? If yes, we invite you to join us at our R&D facility in Gothenburg, Sweden!

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

This role is for a lab-based Research Scientist with knowledge and experience in transcriptomics / proteomics. This is a hands-on laboratory-based role with focus on effective delivery to support various clinical and preclinical projects across multiple diseases, species and drug modalities.

In this role you will:

• Utilize prior practical laboratory experience in molecular biology.
• Contribute to planning and execution of projects involving new omics technologies.
• Implement innovative processes developed by the NGS Tx team.
• Maintain laboratory processes and equipment rigorously.
• Provide experimental support to fellow team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, and Environmental regulations as well as AstraZeneca’s corporate responsibility policies.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and identify opportunities for new business initiatives.
• Be collaborative with a wide range of scientists of different backgrounds to ensure the highest quality of research.
• Implement cutting edge protocols for the simplification and dissection of multiomic environment.

If you are interested, apply now!

Last day to apply is April 30.

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, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country where the role is advertised.