12 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): R&D, Biopharmaceutical and Oncology

12 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): R&D, Biopharmaceutical and Oncology 

Cambridge & Liverpool 

£26,000 Base Salary, Bonus & Flexible Benefits 

Do you want to be part of a team of supportive, collaborative and likeminded peers to develop your expertise? Then Astra Zeneca might be the one for you! 

About AstraZeneca:

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-centred biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than a global leading pharmaceutical company. At AstraZeneca, we‘re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. 

About the University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS) Programme:

Join a Truly Inclusive and Supportive International Team.  

As an AstraZeneca placement student, there is a huge network of support available to you. You’ll have a dedicated supervisor, a supportive early talent peer network, and a variety of Employee Resource Groups you can join. 

We help and empower each other, and our supervisors are committed to providing you with all the guidance and support you need to build your skills, confidence and capabilities. 

Whatever your background and experience, you'll be welcomed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions and share knowledge. You will be a valued part of an international team of truly supportive, collaborative and inclusive individuals.  

About the Programme

The BioPharmaceuticals and Oncology Research & Development (R&D) Undergraduate Industrial Placement Programme provides the opportunity for you to undertake a 12-month laboratory-based placement that will introduce you to the world of innovative drug discovery. There are placements encompassing multiple types of projects within the following areas: 

• Biologics Engineering

• Early Respiratory and Immunology

• Discovery Sciences

• Biopharmaceutical Development

• Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences

• Early Oncology

Please highlight which area above would be of most interest to you within your application, I.e. Biologics Engineering, Discovery Science etc.

You’ll get to do meaningful work in a pioneering research and development driven organisation. As well as developing the skills, knowledge and connections that will set you up for success you will be among curious, passionate and open-minded people eager to learn, follow the science, and grow as professionals in a truly collaborative and global team. 

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Required:

• Currently undertaking an undergraduate or integrated master’s degree with the opportunity within a biological discipline and the opportunity to spend 1 year in industry starting in September 2025. 

• Strong planning and organisation skills 

• Ability to see opportunities, learn, and apply that learning to drive innovation 

• Good collaboration and teamworking skills 

Desirable:

• A good foundation of Microsoft Excel.  

• Experience in interpretation of data.  

• Experience of working in teams (could be in an educational or employment setting or any other team work you may have completed).

Please include your CV and a cover letter in your application.  

Document requirements: CVs are limited to a maximum of 2 pages and cover letters are limited to a maximum of 1 page, using no smaller than size 11 font. In the cover letter, please ensure you address your interest and motivation for the position, your relevant skills and experiences, fit with the company and how this placement will help achieve your career goals.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognising their potential. 

Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organisation to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting-edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey. 

Applications Open: 2nd September 2024 

Applications Close: Midnight29th September 2024 

Virtual Assessment Days: 18th -21st November 2024 

Start Date: 1st September 2025

This position is a 12-month fixed term contract. 

Where can I find out more?

Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603

Inclusion & Diversity: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/inclusion-diversity

Career Site: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/

AstraZeneca is proud to be ranked as a Top 100 ‘Best Student Employer’ in the UK by RateMyPlacement. Browse our reviews here (link) 

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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.