Senior Scientist (Analytical)

AstraZeneca plc; Blanchardstown; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in Dublin is seeking a Senior Scientist (Analytical) to lead analytical contributions to tech transfer and supply optimisation for one or more commercial products. You will develop, test and validate analytical methods and transfer methods into our Dublin facility, while supporting change control and continuous improvement across projects.

The role requires strong analytical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic problem solving to accelerate medicines to

Qualifications

• BSc level education or equivalent in a relevant discipline (MSAT within drug substance manufacture or PhD).
• Understanding of the drug development process from discovery through to launch.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques including chromatography and spectroscopy with wet chemistry experience.
• Ability to think across boundaries and drive business improvement.
• Strong analytical interpretation and clear strategic direction for others.
• Excellent communication and strategic influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical contributions to transfer, maintain and optimise supply for AstraZeneca products.
• Develop, test and validate new analytical methods and transfer methods into Dublin facility.
• Provide input to change control and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to On Market Technical strategy for current and future portfolio.
• Collaborate across functions to drive timely, compliant technical decisions.

Skills

Analytical methods development

Tech transfer & scale-up

Statistics analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific communication

Problem solving

Change control

Regulatory awareness

Education

BSc or PhD in relevant discipline

Tools

Chromatography

Spectroscopy

Wet chemistry

Job description

Senior Scientist (Analytical)

location: Dublin

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Introduction to role:

Join our newly formed multi-skilled On-Market support group within the cutting-edge Chemical Development labs at AstraZeneca’s new API manufacturing facility, dedicated to the accelerated launch and commercialisation of new medicines. As an experienced analytical scientist, you will lead our analytical technical contribution to the tech transfer and optimisation of supply for one or more of AstraZeneca’s commercial products. This role is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Operations at AstraZeneca and contribute to delivering more medicines to patients, quicker and more sustainably.

As a Senior Scientist, you will be responsible for supporting our analytical technical contribution to transfer, maintain and optimise supply for one or more AstraZeneca commercial products. This includes development, testing and validation of new analytical methods, technology transfer of analytical methods into our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Dublin, and providing expert technical input to change control and improvement activities. You will also contribute to the development of the On Market Technical strategy to support AZ's current and future portfolio.

Essential Skills/Experience

• BSc level education or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline (eg. MSAT within drug substance manufacture in the pharmaceutical industry) or a PhD in a relevant discipline.

• A good understanding of the overall drug development process from discovery through to launch.


• An understanding of key analytical techniques, including chromatography & spectroscopy alongside wet chemistry experience.


• Ability to think and operate across functional boundaries, challenge the status quo and seek opportunities for business improvement.


• Ability to analyse and interpret complex situations and provide clear strategic directions for others.


• Excellent communication and strategic influencing skills across interfaces of discipline, culture, and expertise both internally and externally.


• Proven problem solver with in depth technical skills.


• Proficiency in the use of statistics to understand data.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Experience working within a Research & Development and Manufacturing environment in the pharmaceutical industry


• Experience of technical supervision and leading small teams of people or scientific projects.


• Experience of delivering CMC content or contributions to regulatory filings in the pharmaceutical industry.


• A specialist in one or more related analytical areas or techniques.


• The confidence to coach and drive performance and development among your peers


• Experience of late stage development or commercial supply with a background in an analytical skill group.


• Experience of supporting commercial manufacture and working with contractors.

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development!

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Date Posted

10-Nov-2026

Closing Date

21-Nov-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.