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12 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): Process Engineering

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AstraZeneca

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Science
    Engineering
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AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a relevant degree, skilled in coding/software (Python, MATLAB), and possess strong planning, collaboration, and communication skills.
  • You will work on drug development projects, applying new technologies and conducting lab work or simulations in chemical and product manufacturing processes for pharmaceuticals.

Requirements

  • Required:
  • Currently undertaking an undergraduate or integrated master’s degree with the opportunity to spend 1 year in industry starting in September 2025.
  • Degree subject within a Chemical, Biochemical, or Process Engineering discipline.
  • Competent in the use of coding and modelling packages such as Python, MATLAB, Aspen, gProms, Ansys CFD.
  • Strong planning and organisation skills.
  • Ability to see opportunities, learn, and apply that learning to drive innovation with good collaboration and teamworking skills.
  • Confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • - The successful role holder will either work in Chemical, Oral Product or New Modalities and Parenterals Development, working in multidisciplinary teams, or as part of Process Engineering groups, responsible for the application of new technologies, process development and safe manufacturing scale up, leading to right first-time campaigns.
  • - Chemical Development are responsible for the design and delivery of the chemical manufacturing processes -of the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API).
  • - Oral Product Development and New Modalities and Parenteral Development are responsible for the design and delivery of the drug product for the patient. This includes optimisation of the drug product manufacturing process.
  • - Oral Product Development are responsible for the development of small molecule drug products, including tablet and capsule based products.
  • - New Modalities and Parenteral Development are responsible for the development of large molecule drug products, including injectables.
  • - The yearlong industrial student placement will offer a mixture of drug development project work and new technology projects with support from an experienced engineer.
  • - In drug substance development (Chemical Development) this can include laboratory work or modelling and simulation (or a combination of both) of unit operations such as, reactions, distillations, filtration and drying or liquid liquid extractions in batch or continuous fashion.
  • - In drug product development (Oral Product and New Modalities and Parenteral) this can include laboratory work or modelling and simulation of unit operations such as feeding, blending, filling, compounding, or lyophilisation in a batch or continuous fashion.

FAQs

What is the duration of the University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS) program?

The UIPS program is a 12-month fixed term contract.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is located in Macclesfield, UK.

What is the salary for the role?

The base salary for the role is £26,000, along with a bonus and flexible benefits.

What qualifications are required for this placement?

Applicants must be currently undertaking an undergraduate or integrated master’s degree in a Chemical, Biochemical, or Process Engineering discipline.

When do applications open and close?

Applications open on 2nd September 2024 and close on 29th September 2024.

When will the assessment day take place?

The assessment day is scheduled for 12th and 13th November 2024.

What kind of work will the placement involve?

The placement will involve a mixture of drug development project work and new technology projects, including laboratory work and modeling and simulation of various unit operations.

Is there support available for placement students?

Yes, placement students will have access to a dedicated supervisor, an early talent peer network, and various Employee Resource Groups for support.

What skills are necessary for applicants to possess?

Applicants should be competent in coding and modeling packages such as Python, MATLAB, Aspen, gProms, Ansys CFD, and also possess strong planning and organization skills.

What is AstraZeneca’s approach to inclusion and diversity?

AstraZeneca is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals are welcomed and encouraged to contribute. More information can be found on their website.

What is the start date for the role?

The start date for the role is 1st September 2025.

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We're transforming the future of healthcare by unlocking the power of what science can do for people, society and the planet. AstraZeneca is a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people worldwide. With a focus on innovative research and development, AstraZeneca develops and manufactures a wide range of prescription medicines, including treatments for cardiovascular, respiratory, oncology, and other therapeutic areas. Their aim is to transform the lives of patients by discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that address unmet medical needs. AstraZeneca's purpose is to push the boundaries of science and collaborate with healthcare professionals, organisations, and communities to improve patient outcomes and contribute to the advancement of healthcare globally.