Senior Scientist, Multi-Omics and Analytical Innovation, Analytical Sciences
SANTA MONICA, CAPosted 22 days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from AstraZeneca
Job overview
The Senior Scientist role in Multi-Omics and Analytical Innovation at AstraZeneca focuses on developing advanced assays and platforms to enhance drug characterization and validation, impacting drug safety and efficacy.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing and implementing new approach methodologies such as multi-omics and high-content imaging, designing cell-based assays with automation, optimizing multi-omics platforms, authoring technical documentation, leading projects and partnerships, staying updated on analytical technologies, and mentoring junior scientists.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an annual base pay ranging from $110,687 to $166,030, with eligibility for short-term bonuses, equity-based long-term incentives, retirement contributions, paid leave, and comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a PhD or equivalent experience in bioengineering, cell biology, or bioinformatics, with expertise in assay platform design, multi-omics profiling, T cell therapy methodologies, high-content imaging, bioinformatics, and regulatory guidelines familiarity.
Career development
AstraZeneca provides numerous learning opportunities across global therapy areas, encouraging growth through cutting-edge methodologies and a collaborative environment.
Work environment and culture
The company values diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, fostering a dynamic and innovative research environment that supports tackling scientific challenges with diverse perspectives.
Company information
AstraZeneca is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on innovative drug development using science and data to make a significant impact on patient health worldwide.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Analytical Sciences team, collaborating with assay development, lab automation, and data science teams to drive scientific strategy and project success.
Unique job features
The role offers unique opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies like multi-omics, organ-on-a-chip systems, and robotic assay platforms, contributing to innovative drug development solutions.
Company overview
AstraZeneca is a global biopharmaceutical company specializing in the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines, particularly for diseases in oncology, cardiovascular, renal, and respiratory areas. They generate revenue through the sale of these medicines, leveraging a robust pipeline of new drugs and strategic partnerships. Founded in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group, AstraZeneca has a rich history of innovation and has been at the forefront of significant medical advancements, including the development of the COVID-19 vaccine in collaboration with the University of Oxford.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in multi-omics, high-content imaging, next-generation sequencing, and new approach methodologies (NAMs) as these are central to the Senior Scientist role at AstraZeneca.
Emphasize your experience in developing and validating innovative assay platforms, especially those related to T cell therapy and cell-based assays using robotic systems, to align with the job’s core responsibilities.
Apply through multiple channels including AstraZeneca’s official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and reach.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in AstraZeneca’s Analytical Sciences division; start conversations by referencing recent AstraZeneca scientific publications or expressing genuine interest in their work on multi-omics or drug development innovations.
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