Precision Medicine Academy- Canada

Precision Medicine Academy – Mississauga Ontario

“Targeting treatment to those most likely to respond”

Location: Mississauga ON

Competitive salary, annual bonus, and generous benefits.

Do you have a passion for precision medicine and would like to make a difference to the lives of millions of patients across the world? If you would, please read on! AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases.  We put patients first by applying precision medicine approaches across all therapy areas using diagnostic tests to evaluate individual responses to treatments. Our goal is to match medicines to those patients who will benefit the most.

About the Precision Medicine Academy

This is an exciting opportunity to join a unique programme within AstraZeneca to train and learn about precision medicine.  We are looking for candidates with a science background who are curious about precision medicine, who are highly self-motivated and who have a passion to learn.

You'll be encouraged to make a real contribution to our project teams delivering new precision medicines from day one. You'll find yourself involved in the shaping of precision medicine strategies and the development of diagnostic tests for our drug projects across all our therapy areas.

During the first three years, you will complete five different six-month placements across the Precision Medicine & Bio samples organization, complemented by an intensive formal education programme, so that you can undertake a comprehensive learning experience across all aspects of bringing precision medicine to patients.

Working collaboratively with talented scientists and experienced mentors, you’ll have all the support you need to learn, take on challenges, and drive your development.  You will have the opportunity to actively share knowledge and ideas to help make the next scientific breakthroughs.

What you can expect:

• Broad exposure to all elements of research and development so you can learn to optimally deliver companion diagnostics and precision medicines to patients.
• Opportunities to develop critical business skills such as communications, influencing, decision making, and much more.
• Precision Medicine Academy participants are also aligned to a mentor who is a full-time member of the organization and will support you for the duration of the programme.

What we're looking for:

• A bachelor’s, master’s degree, or equivalent (0 years of experience required).
• Scientists looking to move into precision medicine.
• Experience in and understanding of precision medicine preferred, including work experience or a precision medicine-related project (e.g., science communication, poster or presentation).
• Forward-thinking, motivated, and highly driven individuals with a real passion for science.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, planning, organizational and time management skills.

If you’re passionate about the possibilities of science and precision medicine to make a difference to patients and you are ready to discover what you can do – join us!

Applicants will be asked to complete an online assessment through our partners, SHL. If shortlisted, you will then be invited to a video interview and finally a virtual assessment day. Our assessment day is likely to be held week commencing February 24th, 2025. Please note that the program will start in early September 2025.

Applications Open: November 25th, 2024

Applications Close: January 5th, 2025

Where can I find out more?

Our Careers Page: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/precision-medicine-academy

Our Social Media:

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About Precision Medicine & Biosamples

Precision Medicine is at the heart of our commitment to innovation and growth. We put patients first by applying precision medicine approaches across all therapy areas (TAs), and in over 95% of drug projects, which sets us apart from our competitors. Through diagnostic tests to evaluate individual responses to treatments, we seek to match medicines to those patients who most likely to benefit.

Human biological samples (HBS) are at the heart of every clinical program and PMB supports clinical sampling needs and logistics, the registration and storage of samples in our biobanks and the compliance and governance to ensure every HBS is treated in the right way. Together that ensures quality samples, collected, or purchased, are managed effectively and appropriately across their life cycle.

In our state-of-the-art research centres, you’ll be able to immerse yourself in your work, advance your career and contribute towards scientific excellence. But as well as growing in our multidisciplinary setting, you’ll work collaboratively with external diagnostic companies and world-class research institutes.

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.