Senior Scientist, Protein Science & Analytics, Biologics Engineering
AstraZeneca
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Competitive with excellent benefits
Mass spectrometry method development
Characterization of novel antigens
Biologic molecule characterization
Biologics Engineering is responsible for the discovery and optimisation of biological candidate drugs to support all therapy area drug discovery pipelines
Job Summary
Biologics Engineering is responsible for the discovery and optimisation of biological candidate drugs to support all therapy area drug discovery pipelines.
In this primarily lab‑based role, you will be reponsible for mass spectrometry method development and the characterisation of novel antigens and biologic molecules.
We unite decisive, science-driven teams who act fast on smart risks, speak up, and challenge convention—always guided by evidence.
Matching Summary
Biologics Engineering is responsible for the discovery and optimisation of biological candidate drugs to support all therapy area drug discovery pipelines.
Salary
Competitive with excellent benefits
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Mass spectrometry method development
Characterization of novel antigens
Biologic molecule characterization
Hydrogen Deuterium eXchange -MS (HDX-MS)
Mass spectrometry instrumentation operation
Data analysis and interpretation
Nice-to-have
Scientific curiosity and knowledge development
Adopting new technologies and automation
Collaboration with diverse experts
Bold thinking and challenging convention
Key Requirements
PhD in life sciences
Postdoctoral experience
Proven lab-based mass spectrometry experience
Experience devising mass spectrometry experiments
Experience analysing mass spectrometry data
Familiarity with mass spectrometry instrumentation