Scientist, Translational Genomics

Scientist, Translational Genomics

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the field of genomics? AstraZeneca is seeking a Genomics Scientist to join our Oncology Translational Medicine department. This role offers an opportunity to utilize Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) to contribute to translational oncology efforts. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.

Accountabilities:

As a Genomics Scientist, you will perform NGS assays on patient tissues to support clinical trial exploratory endpoints. You will document sample chain of custody and experimental work in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) to ensure compliance with AstraZeneca regulatory standards. You will also perform DNA and RNA extractions on a variety of tissues and work with informatics partners to QC and deliver sequencing data.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Genomics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or related field with 0 years of relevant experience
• Experience with Next Generation Sequencing
• Experience with nucleic acid extractions and library preparation
• Ability to follow laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain accurate records of laboratory activities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis and interpretation
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Experience in working within a CLIA, CAP regulated laboratory
• Demonstrable knowledge of oncology, including mutational drivers, current treatment options and mechanisms of resistance

At AstraZeneca, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of science to change the practice of medicine and transform the lives of patients living with cancer. We are a science-based, leading and decisive Oncology enterprise united in our vision to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. With one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the industry, there are many opportunities to work with new and novel drugs and help discover what's next. We foster a mindset of courage, where everyone is empowered to step up, innovate and work at pace.

Are you ready to join us in our mission to eliminate cancer as a cause of death? Apply today!

The annual base salary (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $87,703.20 - $131,554.80. However, 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) or to receive a retirement contribution (hourly 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 salary (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.