Thesis work, 30 credits - Advancing Bioanalytical Techniques for Drug Discovery

Are you curious about the next generation of analytical methods in drug research and excited to learn hands-on laboratory skills? Do you want to help shape innovation in pharmaceutical bioanalysis while developing your expertise in both classical and emerging approaches? Join the Discovery Bioanalysis group within IBA, CPSS at AstraZeneca and take your learning to the next level! 

About AstraZeneca: 

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-centred biopharmaceutical company focusing on discovering, developing, and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than a global leading pharmaceutical company. At AstraZeneca, we're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work and empowering employees to push the boundaries of science and fuel their entrepreneurial spirit.  

About the Opportunity: 

As a Thesis Worker at AstraZeneca, you’ll find an environment that’s full of unique opportunities and exciting challenges. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue your areas of interest whilst equally developing a broad skillset and knowledge base to get the best out of your experience. You’ll be working on meaningful projects to make an impact and deliver real value for our patients and our business. 

Thesis work description:
As a master’s thesis student, you will gain comprehensive experience in bioanalytical techniques such as immunoassays and PCR. You will work with a diverse range of molecular modalities including proteins, antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs), mRNA, and siRNA, and become skilled in both method development and assay performance evaluation. Within our dynamic department, we continuously strive to innovate, seeking new ways to improve efficiency, sensitivity, and insight into our workflows. 

Depending on your interests, you may explore topics such as: 

• Multi-endpoint analysis – evaluating whether a single biological sample can yield multiple endpoints effectively ("more with less") 
• Workflow acceleration – assessing the impact of automation and other approaches to speed up laboratory processes 
• Stability assessment beyond LCMS – deploying Western blot techniques for quantitative and qualitative analysis of complex biomolecules 
• Ultra-sensitive immunoassays – investigating how low detection limits can be pushed in state-of-the-art immunoassay technologies 
• Your thesis can be tailored to align with your scientific interests and career ambitions, allowing you to make a unique contribution to the field. 

Structure: 

• Duration: Spring term 2026 
• Credits: 30 

Requirements: 

• Ongoing master’s studies within biological or an analytical science 

So, what’s next?  

Apply today and take the chance to be part of making a difference, making connections, and gaining the tools and experience to open doors and fulfil your potential. We can't wait to hear from you!  

We welcome your application as soon as possible, but ahead of the scheduled closing date 26th of October 2025. In the event that we identify suitable candidates ahead of the scheduled closing date, we reserve the right to withdraw the vacancy earlier than published.  

Date Posted

14-okt.-2025

Closing Date

26-okt.-2025

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