This apprentice programme is not available for 2025.
About the programme
Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences is a large department that covers the entire scientific portfolio.
From non-clinical safety work through to clinical dose optimisation, our scientists are involved all along the development pathway from bench to prescription.
How does the programme work?
This 3 year apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to learn and work in a Global company alongside industry experts.
You’ll be studying a level 7 (masters) in Clinical Pharmacology, which is funded by us and 20% of your time will be spent on your studies.
How we will support you?
AstraZeneca is a huge advocate of scientific early careers, providing extensive opportunities to learn side-by-side with a diverse team of therapy area world leading experts at the cutting-edge of research.
Through our apprenticeship programme, you’ll get stuck in on projects and tasks and earn a competitive salary whilst working towards a degree or qualification. Offering you the best of both worlds and a direct route into the career of your choice.
Here, you’ll learn and earn in a supportive team, guided by expert managers, mentors and buddies who will help you develop the skills you seek and push and encourage you to get the most out of your time with us.
Our flexible benefits programme allows you to select your own benefits package based on your personal preferences and circumstances. So, from lifestyle benefits to comprehensive health, pension, insurance and financial plans, you choose the package for you – and if you change your mind the following year, you can adapt it. For more information please click here.
Where you will be based?
We have roles available at our Cambridge sites.
Essential requirements:
What we're looking for:
- Enthusiastic individuals who are keen to learn and with a genuine curiosity for the science involved in creating new medicines.
- Able to act independently but also to work and contribute in a team environment
- Good organisational skills with an excellent attention to detail
- The ability to work on multiple tasks and understanding how to prioritise
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive approach to problem solving
Please see individual job advertisements for specific educational requirements.
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