Sr. Scientist, Microbiology

4 weeks ago


Durham, United States AstraZeneca PLC Full time

Are you ready to bridge the gap between brilliant science and actual medicines that help millions of people? We are Pharmaceutical Technology and Development (PT&D), and we work across the entire value chain, designing and delivering active ingredients, formulations, and devices required to support new medicines. We have an exciting opportunity for a Scientist/ Senior Scientist in our microbiology team in Inhalation Product Development team at our Durham, NC site. This role will be working on developing Durham site microbiological control program including overseeing outside contractor's work, owning site cross-contamination strategy and the SME.

Accountabilities:

As a Sr. Scientist, you will implement and develop site microbiological procedures, oversee all microbiological activities performed by outside contractors, work independently to drive micro related activities, use phase appropriate risk assessment tools and procedures, deliver financial benefits to AZ through continuous improvement activities with CROs, and much more You will also be the site SME for all microbiological questions and site representative for global microbiology network including site SME for regulatory inspection/audits.

Essential Skills/Experience:

* Bachelors in science or related field.
* 5+yr of relevant experience with Bachelor's
* Master's in science or related field
* 3+yrs of relevant experience with Masters

Desirable Skills/Experience:

* Good knowledge of microbiological principles and experience working in a regulated industry, pharmaceutical experience
* Previous experience with building microbiology team
* Experience of the microbiological aspects of ISO classified captive zones.
* Have a thorough understanding of principles, applications and management of SHE and cGMP.

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. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three 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.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, we take Quality seriously. Our work is important and valued. We are always innovating, trialling the latest models and technologies to improve reliability and excellence in our processes. We are a team of ambitious people who want to go far. We are strong communicators and networkers. With constant exposure to different tasks we're at our best when we're working together as a team. We get our pipeline out to patients sustainably, reliably and safely. The voice of the patient - we certify every batch and ensure manufacturing supplies move without challenges.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join us in our mission to deliver life-changing medicines

Date Posted

09-May-2024

Closing Date

Our 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.

AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.



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