Associate Specialist (Clinical Biologics, First Shift 6am-3pm)

Associate Specialist (Clinical Biologics, First Shift 6am-3pm)​

Introduction to role

As an associate specialist in the Clinical production team within Biopharmaceutical Development, you’ll build broad knowledge of bioprocessing in a cGMP environment to launch your career in the biopharmaceutical industry. In this role, you will take an adaptable, science-driven approach to everything you do. You will become an integral part of process development, accelerating product candidates into the clinic and gaining knowledge and experience in cell culture, purification, and critical support activities. Under the supervision of highly trained personnel, you will gain the process knowledge and skillsets to perform large-scale clinical development activities through hands-on training. You will join a collaborative and driven team in a world-class biopharmaceutical company that is driving disruptive innovation in the industry.

Accountabilities

• Operates bio-pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment such as incubators, stainless steel and disposable bioreactors, depth filtration skids, LN2 Dewar's, chromatography skids, single-use mixers, centrifuges, washers, autoclaves, environmental monitoring cleaning verification sampling, tanks, and in-process testing instruments.

• Performs steam sterilization, clean in place, manual cleaning, and sanitization of equipment.

• Record manufacturing activities clearly and accurately within approved current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) documents and regulatory requirements.

• Prepares for processing by ensuring equipment and materials necessary are adequate and available.

• Ensure a safe and environmentally sustainable work environment in accordance with AstraZeneca standards.

• Ability to utilize MS Office tools and AZ enterprise systems.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a science field with 0+ years' experience

• Familiarity with area-specific production equipment such as glass washers, autoclaves, fixed and portable stainless-steel tanks, etc.

• Familiarity with basic chemistry concepts.

• Introductory knowledge of raw material weigh-out and media/buffer preparation.

• Demonstrates ability to work with co-workers, senior personnel, and management within a dynamic team environment to improve quality and process efficiency.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Ability to demonstrate a high level of drive and initiative.

• Logic and decision-making abilities, critical thinking, and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to demonstrate leadership, organization, and time management skills.

• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change ways of working/identify opportunities to improve processes within cGMP clinical manufacturing environment.

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.

AstraZeneca is where science meets innovation. We fuse science and data to develop bold solutions that positively impact patients' lives. Our supportive yet challenging environment encourages continuous learning and improvement. We embrace diverse perspectives to drive scientific breakthroughs that make a tangible difference globally.

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The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $60,583 to $90,874. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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.