Senior Scientist - Pharmaceutical Development

Do you haveexpertisein, and passion foranalytical science? Would you like to apply yourexpertiseand be part ofa company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then this role might be the one for you!

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease.

Pharmaceutical Technology and Development (PT&D) sits within Operation and we are the bridge between forward-thinking science and innovative medicines that help millions of people. We work across the entire value chain, designing and delivering active ingredients, formulations and devicesrequiredto support new medicines – from supplies for use in early toxicology studies and clinical trials to developing the technology to ensure drugs can be scaled up for commercial manufacture.

We are currently looking for anAnalyticalSeniorScientist inGlobalProduct Development (GPD) within PT&D. Our vision is to transform product design and development to enable us to deliver new medicines to patients.We’relooking for a skilled and motivatedseniorscientistto join one of our analytical teams inGothenburg, Sweden.This is an exciting opportunity where you willbe keyin developing ourproducts, taking the next step into the future.

Whatyou’lldo

You will work in a highly advanced research environment supporting theanalytical development and strategy,enabling theprogression of drugproductprojects. You will apply your analytical expertise in projects while working closelywith cross-functionalteams of formulation scientists,biopharmaceutics, process engineers and yourwork willcontributesignificantly to Chemistry, Manufacturing, Control (CMC) aspects.

Other responsibilitiesinclude, but are not limited to:

• Combination ofhands-on laboratory work with thought-leadership.

• Independently performinganalyses for drug product characterization and stability, troubleshoot challenging technical issues, and uphold data integrity and compliance standards.

• Leadingand contributingto analytical method development and lifecycle management—driving experimental design, qualification, and validation approaches, whileprovidingguidance within the analytical team to align on standard processes and deliver to program milestones.

• Whereappropriate, you willleveragedigital tools and advanced analyticstosupportrobust science, efficient workflows, and clear decision-making.

Essentialrequirements

To succeed in this role, youwillbe an experienced analyst skilled in developing oral or inhaled products, with strong digitalproficiencyin modern data and AI tools.Expertisein analytical chemistry and laboratory work, including leading method development, validation, and troubleshooting, isrequired.Excellent skills in written and verbal communication, and the ability to engage and collaborate proactively across boundaries together with a positiveproblem-solvingattitude and strong delivery focusis essential.

• ​PhD in Analytical Chemistryor other relevant scientific subject areawithexperience in the field; alternatively, BSc or MSc degree combined with a few years of industrial work experience.

• Extensive experiencein analytical development for oralorinhaled productstogether withhands onexperience of oral orinhaled drug product characterization techniques.

• In-depth scientific knowledge and handson experience within analytical sciences and technically skilled with analytical separation techniques such as liquid chromatography (UPLC)for smalland/or largemoleculessuch as protein.

• Strongproficiencyin method development and validation of analytical methods.

• Strong data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret results and communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.

• Proven ability to solve technical challenges and problems.

• Demonstrated proactivity inidentifyingand owning tasks, andstrong collaboration skillswhen working acrosscross-functional teams to deliver high-quality,timelyresults.

• Excellent communication skills and a proventrack recordof working collaboratively to develop innovative solutions

• Strong leadership skills including the ability to deliver robust scientific contributions to projects and utilise risk-based approaches to project delivery

• Strong ambition to develop yourself and others.

• Comfortable working within a modern digital laboratory environment(basic data visualization/statistics) to support high-quality, compliant science.

• Knowledge and willingness in using AI tools

Desirablerequirements

• Extensive experience in analytical development for oralandinhaled products together.

• Project leadership 

• Experienceworking in a GMPenvironment,workingwith ELN and LIMSas well asknowledgeregardinginstrument/equipment maintenance procedures.

• Experience with analytical methodologies for oligonucleotides,peptideand proteins characterisation (e.g., capillary electrophoresis, ion-exchange chromatography, ELISA, SDS-PAGE).

• Experience in aerosol characterization techniques used for inhaled products, such as impactor analysis.

• Experience of analysis of oral drug products, such as dissolution,disintegrationand Karl Fisher analysis

At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

We work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world and apply now!

We welcome your application no later than 20th March 2026!