Senior Biologics Platform Analyst – AI-Driven Discovery

AstraZeneca plc; Kendall Square (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in Kendall Square, MA is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to bridge discovery science and digital platforms. This role partners with Biologic Engineering scientists, program managers, and senior leaders to shape high-impact cases and define rigorous requirements for lab and data-flow automation.

You will deliver value through Scaled Agile practices, maintain traceability, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure compliant, auditable delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years' experience working with complex integrated systems, preferably in molecular biology and antibody discovery in a pharmaceutical research organization.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience; preferably in a relevant field.
• Demonstrable experience deploying business analysis tools & techniques to enable business change; adept at virtual collaboration to lead, shape and develop innovative solutions.
• Experience shaping product visions, defining value hypotheses, outcomes, and success metrics; able to balance short-term delivery with long-term platform scalability.
• Strong engagement, communication, and collaborator management skills across scientific and IT partners.
• In-depth knowledge of computational and experimental techniques used within biologics discovery.
• Skilled in analysing and documenting end-to-end data flows, profiling, mapping, and how data is analysed.
• Ability to manage high levels of risk by making complex judgements, developing innovative solutions, and applying a comprehensive multi-functional and industry understanding.

Skills

Integrated systems

Biologics discovery domain knowledge

Requirements elicitation

Value hypotheses & metrics

Stakeholder collaboration

Regulatory/compliance awareness

Risk management

Coaching & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

AstraZeneca plc in Kendall Square, MA is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to bridge discovery science and digital platforms. This role partners with Biologic Engineering scientists, program managers, and senior leaders to shape high-impact cases and define rigorous requirements for lab and data-flow automation.

You will deliver value through Scaled Agile practices, maintain traceability, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure compliant, auditable delivery.