Senior Scientist – High-Throughput Experimentation Synthetic Chemistry
Macclesfield
Introduction to role:
Are you an experienced organic chemist with a passion for High-Throughput Experimentation (HTE) techniques? If you're excited by challenging, creative chemistry and pioneering equipment, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join our team in Early Chemical Development at AstraZeneca’s Pharmaceutical Sciences organisation. Based in Macclesfield, you'll be part of a vibrant and growing group of scientists dedicated to synthetic chemistry HTE.
Accountabilities:
As a lab-based Senior Scientist, you'll actively contribute to AstraZeneca’s portfolio of drug projects. In a highly cross-disciplinary environment, you'll use the most appropriate methods for carrying out experimental work to a high standard, including relevant automation. You'll also have the opportunity to be part of external collaborations and publish scientific papers.
Essential Skills/Experience:
- PhD degree or equivalent experience in Organic Chemistry or BSc/MSc with relevant industrial experience
- An excellent understanding of synthetic reagents and methodologies, reaction mechanisms and modern analytical techniques
- Recent practical experience in the area of synthetic chemistry: the ability to plan, prioritize and perform work independently, including synthetic route design and problem-solving.
- Great awareness of recent literature as well as current developments and trends in organic synthesis
- Highly self-motivated and capable of analysing complex data and deciding on Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
- Ability to communicate your work internally and externally in scientific papers and documents
- Excellent English both spoken and written
Desirable Skills/Experience:
- Experience of High-Throughput Experimentation in organic synthesis
- Good understanding of reactions relevant to the pharmaceutical industry
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash 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. This is a lab based role working five 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.
At AstraZeneca, we follow the science to explore and innovate. We are committed to making a difference by fusing data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve the next wave of breakthroughs. Our inclusive environment allows us to work seamlessly as one, expanding our horizons by uniting the best from academia, biotechs and the industry. If you're passionate about science and want to be part of a team that makes a bigger impact on patients' lives, then there's no better place to be.
Ready to explore and innovate in our dynamic environment? Apply now and join us in pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines!
We encourage your application before 15th May 2024.
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.