Senior Research Scientist AstraZeneca, Gothenburg

Job description
Senior Research Scientist – human induced-pluripotent stem cell biology
Are you an experienced scientist in the field of pluripotent stem cells (PSC)? Would you like to use your scientific skills to drive the development of stem-cell derived models for therapeutic development? If these goals resonate with you, we may be your Team!

At AstraZeneca in Gothenburg, Sweden we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us in the Applied Stem Cell Sciences Team in Discovery Sciences, Biopharmaceuticals R&D, as a 9-months contract bench-based Senior Research Scientist (from March 1st 2023 to November 30th 2023) and impact the development of stem cell models.

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. At AstraZeneca, we are 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. 

Other information
This is a 9-month consultant position at AstraZeneca for which you will be employed by Randstad Life Sciences.

Deadline: 2023-02-23, selection and interviews will be ongoing. The position may be filled before the last day of application, therefore, apply as soon as possible.

For more information:
Please contact Veronika Knudsen, veronika.knudsen@randstad.se

Responsibilities
You will be based in Gothenburg Sweden, working alongside with our stem cell scientists, disease area specialists and the genome editing group. Using your strong knowledge and experience in stem cell biology and cell model development you will have the opportunity to work on development of in vitro models and assays that will be applied to study various targets of relevance to disease. You will maintain and differentiate induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and carry out gene editing experiments where necessary.

The role is focused on laboratory-based activities. Your biggest impact will be through significant contributions to the practical delivery to projects in compliance with AstraZeneca corporate responsibility, policies and relevant safety standards.

Qualifications
It is essential to have good social and communication skills, be collaborative and a dedicated team player. Candidates should be able to work independently, take their own initiatives and have a positive, goal oriented and problem-solving attitude.

Good organizational, data management and documentation skills are required, and you should be comfortable in presenting your results. English language is required, both spoken and in writing.

Key Skills and Responsibilities:
BSc/MSc/PhD degree with extensive experience in Developmental and Cell Biology
Proven experience with human PSC biology and differentiation to kidney and lung cell types
Experience in developing molecular biology, biochemical and cell-based assays (including qPCR, ELISA, Western blotting, Flow cytometry, immunofluorescence) in iPSC-derived cultures.
Perform in vitro studies to investigate the effects of CRISPR-based gene editing on gene and protein expression and cellular readouts.
Effectively collaborate within a matrixed research team to facilitate the success of projects.
Maintain complete experimental records.

The following skills are highly desirable:
Experience with CRISPR gene editing, clonal cell line generation
Expertise with liquid handling automation technologies
Experience of setting up cell based pharmacological assays

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.

About the company
Randstad Life Sciences is specialized in competencies within Life Science. As a consultant with us, you get a competitive salary, benefits, and collective agreements. Your consultant manager is always there for you and ensures that you get varying and developing assignments at different companies, within different industries. At Randstad Life Sciences, your personal development is in focus, and you are offered a large network and many activities.

With more than 600 000 employees in 38 countries, Randstad is the global leader in the HR services industry and offers staffing, consulting and recruitment solutions in all areas of expertise. We also offer interim management, executive search and outplacement services. We have a broad network of clients and candidates, which means we convey hundreds of jobs within different industries all over Sweden. Our ambition is to be the best employer in the market.

By combining our passion for people with the power of today’s technology, we help people and organizations to reach their true potential. We call it Human Forward.