Job Description

12 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): R&D, Biopharmaceutical and Oncology

Cambridge, Macclesfield & Liverpool

\xc2\xa323,000 Base Salary, Bonus & Flexible Benefits

Do you want to be part of a team of supportive, collaborative and likeminded peers to develop your expertise? Then Astra Zeneca might be the one for you!

About AstraZeneca:

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-centred biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most serious disease. But we\xe2\x80\x99re more than a global leading pharmaceutical company. At AstraZeneca, we\xe2\x80\x98re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There\xe2\x80\x99s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society.

About the University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS) Programme:

Join a Truly Inclusive and Supportive International Team.

As an AstraZeneca placement student, there is a huge network of support available to you. You\xe2\x80\x99ll have a dedicated supervisor, a supportive early talent peer network, and a variety of Employee Resource Groups you can join.

We help and empower each other, and our supervisors are committed to providing you with all the guidance and support you need to build your skills, confidence and capabilities.

Whatever your background and experience, you\'ll be welcomed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions and share knowledge. You will be a valued part of an international team of truly supportive, collaborative and inclusive individuals.

Are you ready to explore this exciting next step in your career? Apply today!

About the Opportunity:

About the Programme

The BioPharmaceuticals and Oncology Research & Development (R&D) Undergraduate Industrial Placement Programme provides the opportunity for you to undertake a 12-month placement that will introduce you to the world of innovative drug discovery. There are placements encompassing multiple types of projects within the following areas:

• Biologics Engineering
• Early Respiratory and Immunology
• Discovery Sciences
• Biopharmaceutical Development
• Neuroscience
• Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences
• Early Oncology

You\xe2\x80\x99ll get to do meaningful work in a pioneering research and development driven organisation. As well as developing the skills, knowledge and connections that will set you up for success you will be among curious, passionate and open-minded people eager to learn, follow the science, and grow as professionals in a truly collaborative and global team.

Qualification, Skills & Experience

Required:

Currently undertaking an undergraduate or integrated master\xe2\x80\x99s degree with the opportunity within a biological discipline and the opportunity to spend 1 year in industry starting in September 2024.

Strong planning and organisation skills

Ability to see opportunities, learn, and apply that learning to drive innovation

Good collaboration and teamworking skills

Please highlight which area above would be of most interest to you within your application, I.e. Neuroscience, Discovery Science etc.

Desirable:

A good foundation of Microsoft Excel.

Experience in interpretation of data.

Experience of working in teams (could be in an educational or employment setting or any other team work you may have completed).

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognising their potential.

Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organisation to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we\xe2\x80\x99re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting-edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey.

Applications Open: 6th September 2023

Applications Close: TBC October 2023

Assessment Day: TBC October - November 2023

Start Date: 2nd September 2024

This position is a 12 month fixed term contract.

Where can I find out more?

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AstraZeneca is proud to be ranked as a Top 100 \xe2\x80\x98Best Student Employer\xe2\x80\x99 in the UK by RateMyPlacement. Browse our reviews here ( )

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.

Date Posted 06-Sept-2023

Closing Date 05-Sept-2023

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.

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