Scientist – Automation, Assay, Profiling & Cell Sciences

Are you excited about science, technology, and learning new lab skills?Do you enjoy solving problems, working with innovative equipment, and making a real impact in drug discovery?

Join us as aScientistin theAssay, Profiling & Cell Sciences teamwithinDiscovery Sciences, based at the AstraZeneca R&D site inGothenburg, Sweden. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment while working with cutting-edge laboratory automation.

What you’ll do?

In this hands-on lab role, you’ll work closely with experienced scientists and automation specialists who will help you grow your technical expertise. You’ll contribute to generating high qualityin vitro pharmacology dataand help keep our automated systems running smoothly.

You’ll be involved in:

• Running and supporting lab automation— helping operate robotic systems, liquid handlers, and plate readers that drive high throughput experiments

• Learning and applying workflow execution— following established protocols to set up assays, handle samples, and collect data

• Developing practical coding skills— assisting with simple scripts for instruments and data handling 

• Improving how we work— sharing observations, helping troubleshoot day-to-day issues, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement

• Collaborating across teams— working with colleagues across Discovery Sciences, CVRM, and R&I to support a wide range of drug discovery projects

This role is perfect if you are curious, hands-on, and eager to expand your technical skills while contributing directly to scientific progress.

Essential requirementsfor the role:

• ABSc or MScin engineering, biotechnology, molecular biology, or a related field

• Experienceinworking with laboratory automationandliquid handling systems (from studies, internships, or industry)

• Experience inprogramming/scriptingfor lab tools

• A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills

• Enthusiasm for solving problems and developing new skills

Desirable requirements for the role:

• Experience in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology orin vitropharmacology

• Experiencewith automated systems, robotics, or scheduling software

• Experience with LIMS/ELN systems

• Interest in AI/ML for workflow or data optimisation

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, you’ll join a community that celebrates curiosity and encourages bold thinking. We use digital tools, automation, and AI to accelerate our discoveries and push boundaries. You’ll have opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to lifechanging medicines.

What’s next?

If you’re ready to kickstart your automation and discovery sciences career —apply today!The last application date isFebruary 15, 2026.

For more information, contact hiring managerCecilia Boreströmatcecilia.borestrom1@astrazeneca.com.