Thesis work, 45/60 credits (two Students)- Evaluating Fusion for LC Sample Prep and Method Validation

Join us for a hands-on, impact-driven master thesis project leveraging Fusion, a software installed on our Citrix server, used in LC (Liquid Chromatography) development. You will explore two high-value modules within Fusion to modernize and potentially streamline key analytical workflows, with the potential to produce practical guidance for future use across AstraZeneca. 

About AstraZeneca: 

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-centered biopharmaceutical company focusing on discovering, developing, and commercializing prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than a global leading pharmaceutical company. At AstraZeneca, we're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work and empowering employees to push the boundaries of science and fuel their entrepreneurial spirit.  

About the Opportunity:  

As a Thesis Worker at AstraZeneca, you’ll find an environment that’s full of unique opportunities and exciting challenges. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue your areas of interest whilst equally developing a broad skillset and knowledge base to get the best out of your experience. You’ll be working on meaningful projects to make an impact and deliver real value for our patients and our business.  

Thesis work description:   

In one of AZ project sample preparation workstream, you will use Fusion’s Process Development module to design and optimize sample preparation methods for the AZ project. You will analyze performance against traditional development approaches, clearly summarizing advantages and disadvantages; if the benefits are compelling, you will create a cue card detailing practical use of the

Process Development module. 

In the method validation workstream for Candesartan and its related impurities, you will apply Fusion’s Validation Manager module to validate a newly developed LC method. In parallel, you will develop a validation protocol compliant with AstraZeneca internal guidelines and perform the validation using the traditional approach. You will deliver a comparative analysis of both validation pathways, highlighting key pros and cons; if advantages are compelling, you will produce a cue card for effective use of the Validation Manager module. 

Structure: 

• Duration: 2026 
• Credits: 45/60 
• Two Students (please apply together) 

Essential Requirements: 

• Enrolled in a Master's program in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or related fields. 
• MODDE analysis 
• Design of Experiment 
• Good at excel 

So, what’s next?  

Apply today and take the chance to be part of making a difference, making connections, and gaining the tools and experience to open doors and fulfil your potential. We can´t wait to hear from you!  

We welcome your application as soon as possible, but ahead of the scheduled closing date 23rd of November 2025. In the event that we identify suitable candidates ahead of the scheduled closing date, we reserve the right to withdraw the vacancy earlier than published.  

Date Posted

04-nov.-2025

Closing Date

23-nov.-2025

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