Senior Scientist (large-scale Purification) - 12-month Ftc

AstraZeneca

Cambridge, United Kingdom
Competitive; benefits: excellent
Not specified
Large-scale protein purification
Disk stack centrifuge
Depth filters
AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Scientist for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Cambridge, UK, focusing on large-scale purification processes within their Biopharmaceutical Development Department. The ideal candidate will have hands-on laboratory experience in protein purification and a relevant scientific background

Job Summary

  • Generate recombinant proteins and novel therapeutic modalities to support internal programs across all stages of drug development.
  • This role focuses on downstream purification at large-scale, including primary clarification, recombinant protein purification, and polishing steps.
  • Contribute to technology development projects and implement AstraZeneca’s health and safety practices.

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AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Scientist for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Cambridge, UK, focusing on large-scale purification processes within their Biopharmaceutical Development Department. The ideal candidate will have hands-on laboratory experience in protein purification and a relevant scientific background.

Salary

Competitive; Benefits: excellent

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Large-scale protein purification
  • Disk stack centrifuge
  • Depth filters
  • Bioprocess and AKTA pilot scale systems
  • Bench and pilot scale UF/DF systems
  • SEC-HPLC, UV-VIS, Osmolarity device

Nice-to-have

  • Data science and AI/ML tools
  • Adaptable team player and leader
  • Enthusiastic and flexible
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good organizational and planning skills

Key Requirements

  • Relevant university degree (BSc/MSc/PhD)
  • Industrial experience desirable
  • Experience in protein purifications at 50-500L scale
  • Experience with Centrifuge and POD filtration
  • Experience with Bioprocess and AKTA pilot software

Work Rights

Not specified

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