research scientist - ngs based proteomics

Essential for the role:

• B.Sc. degree or higher in a relevant scientific discipline
• Excellent practical and theoretical knowledge and understanding of molecular biology techniques.
• Hands-on experience with at least one Next Generation Sequencing / Transcriptomics / Proteomics technology (NGS based proteomics technology, RNA-seq, DNA-Seq, Genotyping methodologies, mass spectrometry).
• Familiarity with all aspects of the research process, from hypothesis generation to experimental execution, including sample preparation, data generation, and analysis.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Desired qualifications:

• Research experience in Pharma/Biotech, medical, or academic environments.
• Experience in high-throughput workflows, including the integration of automation in routine laboratory practices.
• A record of high-quality peer-reviewed publications or scientific presentations.
• Experience in statistics, quantitative data analysis, data mining, and familiarity with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems).

This role is for a lab-based Research Scientist with knowledge and experience in transcriptomics / proteomics. This is a hands-on laboratory-based role with focus on effective delivery to support various clinical and preclinical projects across multiple diseases, species and drug modalities.

In this role you will:

• Utilize prior practical laboratory experience in molecular biology.
• Contribute to planning and execution of projects involving new omics technologies.
• Implement innovative processes developed by the NGS Tx team.
• Maintain laboratory processes and equipment rigorously.
• Provide experimental support to fellow team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, and Environmental regulations as well as AstraZeneca’s corporate responsibility policies.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and identify opportunities for new business initiatives.
• Be collaborative with a wide range of scientists of different backgrounds to ensure the highest quality of research.
• Implement cutting edge protocols for the simplification and dissection of multiomic environment.

If you are interested, apply now!

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country where the role is advertised.