Director Molecular Biology for recombinant protein production
AstraZeneca AB / Biomedicinjobb / Göteborg
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hela Sverige Are you a passionate and experienced scientific leader with in-depth knowledge and expertise in molecular biology and recombinant protein expression? Fuelled by our commitment to help more patients, strengthen our pipeline and grow our area. This might be your next challenge!
Join us at AstraZeneca as a Director in our Protein Sciences department in Discovery Biology, Discovery Sciences. This department is based in our vibrant R&D site in Gothenburg, Sweden, and is responsible for the delivery of protein reagents and biochemical assays to discovery projects. You will lead a team of enthusiastic scientists to deliver deep technical and scientific expertise in Molecular Biology and protein expression screening. This role is an opportunity to contribute to the development and execution of research strategies for the discovery of new medicines - and be focused on the field of Protein Science.
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to be a vital part of the Protein Science leadership team and be accountable for developing the future strategy of the capability, while building trusting relationships with senior scientific stakeholders internally and externally to AstraZeneca.
What you will do
In this role, you will lead a team of scientists providing key molecular biology expertise for the design and generation of DNA constructs for downstream drug discovery applications such as recombinant expression of protein reagents, reporter gene assays, cell lines, DNA libraries, and proteins for structure and biophysics. The team is also responsible for the delivery of small-scale protein eukaryotic expression screening data and the scale-up of insect and mammalian cells with delivery of cell pellets and supernatants for protein purification.
You will develop and maintain a high level of science and technology knowledge to drive the team vision and implement further developments around molecular biology, construct design, (eukaryotic) expression systems, automation, and recombinant protein production. You will provide coaching, training and development to individuals and build a high performing team. You will also be responsible for creating collaborations with project teams across AstraZeneca to support drug discovery and drive external collaborations to create new capability and deliver new science and technology into the AstraZeneca portfolio.
Essential for the role
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PhD in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology discipline or a BSc/MSc degree complemented with extensive working experience and significant relevant experience in a drug discovery or biotechnology industry
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Strong leadership capabilities and people management skills from experience in highly matrixed science and technology-based organisations
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Hands-on experience for production of recombinant proteins for drug discovery
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A proven scientific track record of innovation and delivery within the field of Molecular Biology and Protein Engineering for drug discovery applications
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Experience in complex collaborations, project management and/or implementation of process optimization approaches with ability to recruit, retain and develop the team members
Desirable for the role
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Experience in the use of laboratory automation to deliver increases in research productivity
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Broad industrial and academic network with key stakeholders and innovation leaders internationally
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Experience in Biopharma drug discovery
Why AstraZeneca
Always advancing our scientific knowledge and helping to shape the future of healthcare for the greatest and swiftest impact on disease. Thrive in a place where the brightest and most curious minds seamlessly come together in our inclusive environment. We truly believe that everyone contributes with a unique set of competence. Your curiosity and passion for personal development combined with support from colleagues, mentors and leaders, will ensure you maximise your skills, abilities and contribution.
So, what's next?
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on patients? Join us at AstraZeneca where we are pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines!
Welcome to apply today!
For more information about the role please reach out to Niek Dekker, Senior Director Protein Sciences, Discovery Biology, at
niek.dekker@astrazeneca.comWe look forward to your application. Please send it to us no later than March 31st, 2024.
Additional information:
Our Gothenburg site:
https://www.astrazeneca.com/our-science/gothenburg.htmlLife in Gothenburg:
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/About BioPharmaceuticals R&D:
https://www.astrazeneca.com/r-d.html Ersättning Not Specified
Så ansöker du Sista dag att ansöka är 2024-03-24
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Arbetsgivare Astrazeneca AB (org.nr 556011-7482)
Arbetsplats AstraZeneca
Kontakt AstraZeneca
karin.tomin@astrazeneca.com Jobbnummer 8541437
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