Research and Development (R&D) Graduate Programme – Bioscience - UK

AstraZeneca

Nov 7, 2023

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Research & Development
Science
£32.5K
Cambridge

Requirements

A 2:1 (UK) or local equivalent bachelor’s degree, or a Master’s level qualification, in any life science or chemistry related subject awarded in 2023 or due to be awarded before September 2024.
Passionate about working in drug discovery and committed to pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life changing medicines and transform the lives of patients.
Proactive problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills.
Team-focused, with a partnership approach to achieving success.

Responsibilities

Starting in September 2024, the programme lasts two years, consisting of three individual eight-month placements. Each placement will provide you with insights into drug discovery and development and the opportunity to expand your knowledge of our therapy areas.
The programme’s variety and flexibility provide a unique exposure to develop your skills and interest in Bioscience research and other scientific disciplines, research areas and stages of the drug discovery process. As well as helping you broaden your scientific knowledge, we’ll support you in developing the professional skills required to fulfil your career potential.
You'll gain an invaluable blend of on-the-job experience and training and enjoy guidance and advice from a huge support network, including a mentor and dedicated programme management team. We’ll also encourage you to grow your network with experts and leaders across the business and leading academic and biotech research institutions. Together, we’ll help accelerate your development and knowledge!
Applicants to our Bioscience programme should have a knowledge of the biology, biochemistry and pharmacology applied in drug discovery. They should have strong drive to make a difference and a passion for research as well as an understanding of the techniques used to identify and validate new targets, assessing the efficacy and safety of compounds and progressing these towards the clinic. You will have a wide variety of placements to choose from which will allow you to hone your current skills as well as develop new ones.
The majority of placements are wet lab based, although there will also be opportunities to gain experience outside of the lab with computational/bioinformatics projects or working with our early clinical and regulatory affairs groups. Graduates are expected to complete at least one lab-based placement related to their discipline during the course of the programme.
We offer broad placement opportunities, but these will vary by the site you are applying to and the departments and therapy areas which are based there.
You will be based at the site of application throughout the duration of the 2 years, we do not offer international placements on this programme.

AstraZeneca

What science can do

Science & Healthcare

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Employees

Mission & Purpose

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.