Cell Engineering Scientist 12 months contract

Job Title: Cell Engineering Scientist 12 Months Contract

Introduction to role

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives around the globe? At AstraZeneca, we are driven by the power of science to transform medicine and address unmet medical needs. Join us as we lead the next wave of scientific breakthroughs, focusing on outcomes and crafting the patient ecosystem. With our innovative pipeline, the future is bright, and there's no better time to be part of our global enterprise. Be proud to contribute to a place that has achieved so much and is still moving forward. 

Accountabilities

As a member of our cutting-edge team dedicated to developing cell models, you will apply innovative editing methods to modify disease-relevant cells. Collaborate with our global precise genome editing community and external partners to enhance CRISPR methods for preclinical model generation. Maintain scientific excellence by presenting data to key partners internally and at external conferences. Join AstraZeneca’s Discovery Sciences unit, where you will be part of a community of scientists with broad technological expertise dedicated to drug discovery.

Essential Skills/Experience

• BSc or MSc in cell biology, molecular biology or equivalent experience

• Experience of culture and manipulation of cell lines

• Strong experimental design and problem-solving skills

• Scientific excellence as shown by previous work, publication history and references from mentors

• Excellent team working, communication and networking skills with experience of interacting effectively across different field, cultural, and expertise boundaries.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Experience in Oncology signaling pathways

• Experience of CRISPR/Cas9, genome editing and stable cell engineering

• Experience in endogenous tagging

• Experience of cell-based assays and high content imaging to measure disease-relevant phenotypes

• Experience of NGS and NGS data analysis

At AstraZeneca, we thrive in an environment where the brightest minds come together in an inclusive culture. Here, all doors are open, and every voice is heard. We are committed to making a difference by fusing data and technology with scientific innovations to achieve breakthroughs. Our curiosity and courage drive us to explore new possibilities, empowered to make bold decisions without fear of failure. By leveraging our diverse global knowledge, we create swift impacts on disease, shaping the future of healthcare.

Ready to join us on this exciting journey? Apply now and be part of a team that makes a bigger impact on patients' lives!

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.