QC Analytical BioChemist to AstraZeneca

Biokemist
On behalf of AstraZeneca we are now looking for candidates for a consultant assignment as a QC BioChemist to join AstraZeneca, Sweden Biomanufacturing Center. You will be employed by Dfind and this will be your first assignment. As our consultant you get a secure employment with collective agreements (Almega), fixed monthly salary and benefits such as healthcare, occupational health insurance, insurance, ITP pension and health care allowance.

Dfind Science & Engineering is a consulting and recruitment company specialized in science and technology skills. We arrange various events and training courses for our consultants that enable exchange of experience, networking and insight into working in different roles and companies. With us, you get a consultant manager who is committed to your assignment and career development.



About AstraZeneca:

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we're more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we're proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.



Description:

The purpose-built facility will supply the next generation of biological drugs from the AstraZeneca pipeline; supporting the acceleration of the biologics portfolio. The new manufacturing plant will focus on the filling and packaging of protein therapeutics for late stage clinical and commercial products.



We have exciting opportunities for QC Analytical Biochemists to join the new biologics manufacturing plant for approximately 9 months in Södertälje.



Those roles include a training period in the US.



Main Duties and Responsibilities:



The QC Analytical Biochemist performs laboratory tests in accordance with the appropriate cGXP to produce reliable and precise data to support product release and scientific investigations.



Analytical testing could include:



· HPLC/UPLC – RP.



· NP, CEX and HIC.



· Gas Chromatography



· Electophoresis - CE and ICE



· Spectroscopy



· Protein concentration



· Device testing



· Particulate Analysis.





The Analytical Biochemist also



· Prepares specimens and samples for analysis.



· Writes and execution of SOP and reports.



· Keeps up to date with technical developments.



· Performs routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies and processes to carry out analyses. Performs data review/approval and data retention activities. Input data for trending purposes.



· You will also perform a variety of non-routine testing including analytical method transfer and validation, experimental/validation work and analytical support to production.



· Records and as appropriate interprets results to present to senior colleagues. Constructs, maintains and operates standard laboratory equipment.



· Uses computers and performs mathematical calculations for the analysis of data and preparation of graphs, trends, etc.



· Provides support to functional and cross functional investigations when needed.



· Ensures the compliance with Health & Safety Guidelines, SHE policy.



· Leads by example and acts as a role model according AstraZeneca values and behaviors.







Essential Requirements:







· Degree level/or equivalent in chemistry/biochemistry or a related discipline.



· Experience in chromatography/electrophoresis.



· Fluent in both Swedish and English.







Desirable Requirements:







· Experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment / Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).



· Understanding of Quality Control testing techniques.



· Previous Biopharmaceutical Industry experience.



Business: Dfind Science & Engineering

City: Södertälje

Job type: Full time

Deadline for applications: 2018-04-12, Selection will be done continuously so send in your application as soon as possible!

More information: Julia Gonzales, julia.gonzales@dfind.se


Please send your application in English


We encourage you to send your application as soon as possible, since interviews and candidate selection are done continuously! We put great emphasis on personal suitability for this role.

Organization/Business description:
Dfind Science & Engineering is part of Randstad, one of the Nordic region's largest specialists within staffing, recruitment and outplacement.

Dfind Science& Engineering is specialized in recruitment and consulting providing competences within Life Science, Science and Engineering and is a company where people make all the difference. At Dfind Science & Engineering specialists are recruiting specialists!

All our recruitment consultants , consultants and sourcing managers have a technical or scientific background, combined with extensive networks within relevant communities and expertise within recruitment and HR. We understand our customers specific requirements and know how to find the best candidates. Through our passionate commitment and high degree of attentiveness we help people and businesses to grow and be competitive in a changing world.