Broadening Horizons Chemistry Summer Internship AZ Compound Synthesis and Management

What will you be doing?

Not sure about where you can apply your chemistry knowledge in the pharmaceutical sector? With the UK Compound Synthesis and Management group, you will be ideally placed to find out as we support and work closely with chemists and biologists throughout Drug Discovery! From a vantage point at the heart of the drug discovery process, you will contribute to science on real-world drug projects whilst gaining experience of cutting edge scientific techniques underpinned by chemistry, for example, automated and robotic processes, contactless methods for transferring liquids, structural identification of compounds by mass spectrometry, and the application of machine learning and AI. In a delivery focused team, you will experience the criticality of collaboration and communication in laboratory operations and strategic planning, and engage with colleagues in similar roles across the globe.

What are we looking for?

We provide a platform for scientists to gain industrial laboratory experience, identify and demonstrate their unique strengths and gain insight on their individual development path. We are a friendly and supportive group and would like to work with passionate scientists who are curious about how they can best apply themselves to make a difference to patient’s lives.

What are we looking for?

“AstraZeneca has partnered with the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Broadening Horizons in the Chemical Sciences programme, to support chemists from minoritised racial and ethnic backgrounds pursue careers in the chemical sciences. This internship is being offered to the Broadening Horizons Cohort to support this programme and our commitments to it.”

At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. We’re deeply committed to our strategy of being a great place to work. For us, that includes fostering an environment where everyone can be among inclusive, supportive individuals with curious minds.

A company that genuinely follows the science and values individuals at all levels, you’ll be backed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions, and share ideas to push the boundaries of science and continuously learn and explore.

Enthusiasm, professionalism and a sense of fun are key to this role, as well as the ability to work as part of a team. You should be curious about industrial pharmaceutical chemistry and passionate about using cutting edge science to develop and deliver medicines which make a difference to patients’ lives. You should also have a good academic background and be prepared to apply your knowledge of pharmacy and the patient in a practical way.

This role is aimed at students who are interested in gaining practical work experience, developing their understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, building a network and seeing where their skills may align with a future career within the pharmaceutical industry. .

What can we offer you?

Summer Internship positions are available at the Discovery Centre (DISC) (Cambridge) site. During the (10-12) week placement you will gain a useful insight into the Pharmaceutical industry and the variety of opportunities available to Chemists within our organisation.

Role requirements.

Applications for Summer Internships will be open until 28/02/2025 and you can expect to hear from us by the end of March 2025. Interviews will be held in April and will be virtual. The placements will take place from w/c 07/07/2025 for (10-12) weeks. A salary will be paid.

Applicants must be a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry Broadening Horizons programme and this will be checked during the application process.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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.