Pharmacist Assistant

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. 

Join a high-performing team, empowered to cut through the noise and drive real change. Our agility and pace, coupled with scientific focus, powers us to spot opportunities in the market that keep us moving forward and into new spaces. 

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. 

Assistant Pharmacist to the Technical Director

1. Job description and role

The Assistant Pharmacist supports the Pharmacist Technical Director in executing all technical and regulatory activities for locally manufactured AstraZeneca products in Algeria, ensuring alignment with Algerian Health Authority laws and AstraZeneca global codes, standards, and procedures.

The role coordinates regulatory submissions, regulatory documentation review and batch release notification , and Health Authority (HA) interactions; and ensures timely reporting.

During the Technical Director’s absence, the Assistant Pharmacist acts as the designated Back-Up, with the same powers and responsibilities for the duration of the replacement.

The position is based at the Algiers Head Office, operates within Algeria, reports to the AAPI General manager,

Key interfaces include Regulatory Affairs, Head of Quality, EHS/EQ & ESM, Project Leads, the General Manager, local CMOs, and authorities such as ANPP and the Ministry of the Pharmaceutical Industry.

2. Accountability

• Regulatory declarations and reporting: Declare batch releases to the National Agency of Pharmaceutical Products; submit weekly, monthly, and annual stock level reports to the Ministry of the Pharmaceutical Industry; declare expired products, incinerated products, and production schedules to the Ministry; submit the annual inventory of pharmaceutical products as per ministerial procedures.
• Regulatory documentation review: Review and verify completeness, accuracy, and consistency of regulatory documents and dossiers (e.g., registration/approval files, variations, import programs, batch release packages, HA responses), ensuring alignment with approved data, GMP, and internal quality systems prior to submission or release.
• Product quality ;Pre-notify the Ministry of any modification affecting quality, safety, or efficacy relative to the approved registration/approval dossier.
• Import program: Prepare and submit the provisional import program for API,  raw materials and packaging items to the Ministry responsible for the pharmaceutical industry.
• Health Authority interactions and follow up : HA interactions and respond to HA queries consistently, within required timelines, and in accordance with internal guidelines.
• Acting Technical Director (Back-Up): Assume the responsibilities of the Pharmacist Technical Director during periods of absence.
• Stakeholder collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders (Regulatory Affairs, Quality, EHS/EQ & ESM, Project Leads, General Manager) and external partners (ANPP, Ministry of the Pharmaceutical Industry, local CMOs) to ensure compliant, timely delivery of regulatory and operational obligations.

3. Required qualification

• Education: University degree in Pharmacy.
• Experience: 2–3 years in the pharmaceutical industry within a manufacturing environment, ideally covering quality and/or regulatory functions; desirable minimum of 1 year of dedicated regulatory experience.
• Skills and competencies: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; good knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry requirement; organized and accurate, with strong stakeholder management / proficiency in English
• Mobility: autonomous for frequent travel to authorities and potentially to the CMO sites.

Date Posted

21-May-2026

Closing Date

30-May-2026

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.

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.