Scientist

ASTRAZENECA UK LIMITED; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Macclesfield is seeking a Scientist in Analytical Science to play a pivotal role in the development of new medicinal products. You will be responsible for providing analytical knowledge to support the manufacturing processes and work collaboratively with various teams. Required education includes a BSc or MSc in a relevant field, along with skills in analytical techniques and an understanding of cGMP standards. The company offers a flexible working environment that supports innovation and productivity.

Qualifications

• BSc, MSc or equivalent in a relevant subject area.
• An understanding of key analytical techniques for drug products.
• Experience working to cGMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver analytical knowledge for manufacturing processes.
• Support drug projects from early clinical phases to commercial filings.
• Utilize digital tools and AI in analytical processes.

Skills

Analytical techniques for drug products

Principles of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

Technology transfers

Experience with automated analytical techniques

Application of Generative AI in pharma development

Education

BSc, MSc or equivalent in a relevant subject area

Job description

As part of our highly collaborative team, you will play a pivotal role in the analytical development of new medicinal products. Your responsibilities will include developing and delivering analytical knowledge and data to understand manufacturing processes, control strategy, robustness, and stability. You will work cross-functionally with multiple internal and external interfaces, supporting drug projects from early clinical phases through to commercial filings. Are you ready to shape the future of medicine?

BSc, MSc or equivalent in a relevant subject area.

• An understanding of key analytical techniques for the analysis and characterisation of drug products.
• An understanding of the principles and management of Safety, Health & Environment (SHE).

Desirable Skills/Experience

• A good understanding of the overall drug development process from discovery through to launch.
• Experience of supporting clinical manufacture and working with contract manufacturing organisations.
• Knowledge and experience of technology transfers and method validation.
• Experience working to cGMP standards.
• Experience with digital tools and application of Generative AI in pharmaceutical development.
• Experience with automation of analytical techniques.

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.

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of healthcare? At AstraZeneca, we are more than just a leading pharmaceutical company; we are a hub of innovation and collaboration.

In Pharmaceutical Technology and Development (PT&D), we bridge cutting‑edge science with innovative medicines that impact millions. We design and deliver active ingredients, formulations, and devices to support new medicines from early studies to commercial manufacture. Join us as a Scientist - Analytical Science in Global Product Development Macclesfield (GPD) and help transform product design and development to deliver new medicines to patients.