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
  • Track record of contributions to improvements

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