Associate Specialist, Clinical Biologics: Day Shift

Associate Specialist, Clinical Biologics

Introduction to role:

Are you ready to launch your career in the biopharmaceutical industry? As an Associate Specialist in the Clinical production team within Biopharmaceutical Development, you'll dive into the world of bioprocessing in a cGMP environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to take a science-driven approach, becoming an integral part of process development and accelerating product candidates into the clinic. You'll gain hands-on experience in cell culture, purification, and critical support activities, all under the guidance of highly trained personnel. Join a collaborative and driven team at a world-class biopharmaceutical company and make your mark!

Accountabilities:

• Operate bio-pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment such as depth filtration skids, chromatography skids, single-use mixers, tanks, and in-process testing instruments.

• Perform 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.

• Prepare 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.

• Utilize MS Office tools and AZ enterprise systems.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and 0-4 years of relevant experience.

• Introductory knowledge of chromatography process operations, depth filtration, column packing, TFF (Tangential Flow Filtration), and basic analytical testing (e.g., Protein concentration, osmolarity, pH etc.).

• Ability to work with others in a team environment.

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

• Familiarity with basic chemistry concepts.

• Ability to work with others in a team environment.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Demonstrates a high level of drive and initiative.

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

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

At AstraZeneca, we play an essential role in helping patients who need it the most. Our high exposure roles allow us to shape end deliverables and embrace global opportunities across all Therapy Areas. With a restless need to keep improving, we foster an inspiring learning environment where every setback is seen as a chance to improve. We are dedicated experts who combine specialist knowledge with curiosity, always searching for better ways to achieve the best results. Our work is recognized across the enterprise and externally, providing countless learning opportunities in a rapidly growing business that invests in technology. Here, you can make a profound impact with research that makes a tangible difference to society and patients worldwide.

Ready to step up and thrive with increased responsibility? Apply now to join our team!

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $62,105-$93,158. 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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.