AstraZeneca

Associate Scientist II, Injectable Drug Product Development

AstraZeneca • $75K — $95K *
New Haven, CT 06511In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS or MS degree in Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering, or relevant field with 2-4 years experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech company
  • Scientific understanding of protein/peptide biochemistry and formulation
  • Proficient in techniques such as iCE, H/UPLC, DLS, CD, DSC, AUC, and NanoTemper
  • Ability to conduct experiments with minimal supervision
  • Strong collaborative skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with MS Office programs

Responsibilities

  • Design and execute formulation and process development studies for clinical biologic candidates
  • Conduct physico-chemical characterization and stability studies for drug products
  • Assess conformational and colloidal stability with industry-standard methods
  • Maintain organized records and manage multiple assignments effectively
  • Prepare internal technical reports on completed studies
  • Collaborate within cross-functional development teams

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to important drug development
  • Access to advanced scientific resources and methodologies
  • Engagement in cross-function team dynamics
  • Modern lab setting with state-of-the-art equipment
Full Job Description
This is what you will do:

The Associate Scientist II candidate will be a part of the Injectable Drug Product Development (IDPD) team within the Pharmaceutical Development and Clinical Supply (PDCS) department at Alexion-AstraZeneca Rare Disease. The job entails experimental work on various aspects of drug product formulation and process development activities in support of drug product manufacturing, characterization, including analytical and biophysical comparability testing. The ability to work with minimal supervision as well as being part of a collaborative team is essential. The position entails study design, execution, and preparation of development reports and other required documentation.

You will be responsible for:
  • With some supervision, design and execute formulation and process development studies for clinical biologic candidates.
  • Execute drug development studies including physico-chemical characterization and stability studies for clinical and commercial drug products.
  • Characterize conformational and colloidal stability using industry standard methodology (e.g., circular dichroism, differential scanning fluorimetry, analytical ultracentrifugation, size-exclusion chromatography with multi-angle light scattering detection, etc.)
  • Maintain organized records and use team tools to keep multiple assignments on track.
  • Assist in the preparation of internal technical reports on executed studies with minimal supervision.
  • Participate in cross-functional development teams.


You will need to have:
  • BS or MS degree in Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering, or relevant field with 2 to 4 years relevant work experience with a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company
  • Scientific and practical knowledge of protein/peptide biochemistry, protein formulation, and stability is essential.
  • Experience of working with imaged capillary electrophoresis (iCE/Maurice), H/UPLC's (IEX, SEC), DLS, CD, DSC, AUC, and NanoTemper
  • Ability to execute experiments with minimal supervision is required.
  • The individual must be able to work in a collaborative setting and has ability to adhere to timelines is essential.
  • Excellent interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills
  • Ability to take initiative in problem solving and finding solutions to scientific challenges.
  • Experience with various software packages like MS Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • The duties of this role are generally conducted in a lab environment. As is typical of a lab-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: lift/carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted; work comfortably in a controlled environment with and around biological, infectious and hazardous materials; gown/degown PPE; use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.


We would prefer you to have:
  • Hands-on experience with process development, scale up, tech transfer, and manufacturing.
  • Experience working with sub-visible particle testing and characterization.
  • Experience of working with biophysical and analytical testing
  • Familiarity with regulatory guidelines.
  • High level proficiency in MS Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with electronic record keeping software, like ELN, EndNote, e-logbooks; maintenance of laboratory instrumentation (organizing PMs, data backup, SW upgrade, etc.) will be a plus.


Date Posted
23-Jul-2026

Closing Date
05-Aug-2026

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs. The company was formed in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group plc. AstraZeneca's products are used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes. The company has operations in over 100 countries and employs more than 76,000 people worldwide. AstraZeneca is committed to developing innovative medicines that improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
Learn more about AstraZeneca
Size
83,100 employees
Market Cap
$211.5 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+10.2%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
NASDAQ
AZN
* Ladders Estimates

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