Associate Director, AI Applications

AstraZeneca plc; España; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc seeks a Senior Engineer for Agentic AI in Oncology Data Science. The role centers on building AI-powered tools to accelerate cancer research, with focus areas in Genomics, Computational Pathology, and Clinical Trials.

You will drive automation of data analysis and deploy AI solutions to production pipelines. We look for strong Python/R skills, extensive ML experience, and a background in Unix/Linux, SQL, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).

Qualifications

• Relevant graduate degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Engineering, or Physical Sciences.
• Extensive applied experience in data science, ML, AI engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on experience building Agentic AI systems.
• Strong Python/R programming skills.
• Experience with Unix/Linux and SQL databases; cloud computing (AWS, Azure).
• Experience with production ML deployment (Databricks) and model evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Build Agentic AI driven solutions addressing scientific research problems.
• Develop, test, and support Agentic tools for Genomics, Computational Pathology, and Clinical Trials.
• Automate complex data analysis processes and pipelines.
• Apply leading AI technologies to cancer research.

Skills

Data science

Machine learning

AI engineering

Python

R

Unix/Linux

SQL databases

Cloud computing

Databricks

Clinical oncology

Education

Graduate degree in CS/Engineering/Physical Sciences

Tools

Pydantic-AI

LangChain

Vector databases

Job description

Senior Engineer Agentic AI, Oncology Data Science & AI

Locations : Barcelona, Spain

This is an in-office role based in Barcelona, ES, with a requirement to work a minimum of three days per week on-site . Remote or travel flexibility is not available.

AstraZeneca is a global, science-driven biopharmaceutical company. We are dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative, meaningful medicines and healthcare solutions that enrich the lives of patients. In AstraZeneca Oncology, our goal is to be at the forefront of developing the next generation of cancer therapies.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

There is an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated Engineer to join the group as a Senior Engineer for Agentic AI. In this role, you will:

• Build Agentic AI driven solutions that tackle scientific research problems.
• Develop, test, and support Agentic tools for Genomics, Computational Pathology, Clinical Trials, etc.
• Automate complex data analysis processes.
• Introduce leading AI technologies applied to cancer research.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant graduate degree: Computer Science, Engineering, Physical Sciences, or related quantitative field.
• Extensive applied experience in data science, machine learning, AI engineering, or relevant field.
• Hands-on experience building Agentic AI systems.
• Programming skills: Solid Python/R programming skills
• Strong experience in Unix/Linux and SQL databases; experience in Cloud computing (AWS, Azure).
• Strong experience in data science best practices and production ML deployment (model development, rigorous evaluation, and deployment to production pipelines, e.g. Databricks).
• Strong domain knowledge in clinical oncology: experience collaborating with clinical and scientific SMEs, and familiarity with clinical trial design and clinical vocabularies.

Desirable

• AI frameworks, such as Pydantic-AI, LangChain, etc.
• Experience in RAG, vector databases.
• An understanding of LLMs / Foundation models technologies.
• Experience in at least one compiled programming language (e.g. any of C, Java, Go, Rust, etc.).

Closing Date 10-Nov-2026

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.