Associate Principal Scientist (Veterinarian), Animal Science and Technology, AstraZeneca

Are you a dedicated veterinarian with a passion for pioneering laboratory animal science? Do you thrive on driving innovation and aspire to make a meaningful impact in the development of transformative medicines? If you have an entrepreneurial mindset and a deep commitment to animal welfare, this is your opportunity to join AstraZeneca in an exciting and impactful role!

We are seeking a collaborative and skilled veterinarian to join our Large Animal Science and Technology Team in Gothenburg, Sweden. As part of the Animal Science and Technology (AST) department, you will play a pivotal role in advancing in vivo models to support our groundbreaking drug discovery and development projects.

This role is ideal for a veterinarian who combines clinical veterinary expertise with a passion for scientific research. We are looking for someone who can collaborate effectively, drive innovation, and adopt a forward-thinking approach to enhance our in vivo capabilities—all while prioritizing the highest standards of animal welfare.

What You’ll Do

As part of the AST team, you will:

• Drive Innovation: Develop cutting-edge in vivo models and methodologies, including those for emerging drug modalities such as cell therapies, as a member of multi-disciplinary teams.

• Surgical Expertise: Participate in surgeries involving pigs and rodents, contributing to the development of new surgical models that advance medicine development.

• Study Leadership: Act as a study director, responsible for the design, planning, execution, and reporting of in vivo studies during the early phases of drug development.

• Promote Animal Welfare: Champion animal training, welfare, and the 3Rs (replacement, reduction, and refinement) in collaboration with other AST scientists.

• Share Knowledge: Publish posters, presentations, and peer-reviewed articles while contributing to the professional development of AstraZeneca’s in vivo scientists.

Essential Requirements

To succeed in this role, you must have:

• A degree in Veterinary Medicine

• Proficiency in veterinary clinical work and surgery or anesthesia

• A documented scientific record (e.g., Ph.D.)

• Strong communication skills with fluency in English

Desirable Qualifications

We would be especially excited to see candidates with:

• A relevant post-graduate laboratory animal qualification (e.g., Dip ECLAM, ACLAM, or CertLAS)

• Expertise in the development, validation, and execution of laboratory animal models within a pharmaceutical or academic setting

• Knowledge of Swedish and EU regulatory requirements for in vivo research

• Experience working in AAALAC-accredited facilities

• A strong track record of scientific publications

So, what’s next?

If this sounds like your next challenge, we encourage you to apply today!

Please include a cover letter, describing how you meet the requirements for the role, together with your resume. For more information about the position please contact hiring manager Elin Holmedal at elin.holmedal1@astrazeneca.com

Submit your application no later than 26th January 2025.

Join Us in Transforming Lives

At AstraZeneca, we’re committed to pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. If you share our passion for innovation and excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

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.