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Laboratory Scientist Apprenticeship - Pharmaceutical Technology and Development

Employer
ASTRAZENECA UK LIMITED
Location
Charter Way, Silk Road Business Park, Macclesfield, SK10 2NA
Salary
£21,500.00 annually
Closing date
31 Jan 2023

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What will the apprentice be doing?

A company that genuinely follows the science and values individuals at all levels, you'll be backed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions, and share ideas to push the boundaries of science and continuously learn and explore.

As part of our Early Talent Programme, you'll be involved in projects and learning opportunities that have real impact from day one.

Being part of our journey and helping us to provide life changing medicine to patients all over the world and transform lives for the better. Making important contributions and embracing our values to deliver on our purpose. Because regardless of role or level, we all have an important part to play in making a positive difference.

We are part of Pharmaceutical Technology and Development (PT&D), which is the bridge between brilliant science and innovative medicines that help millions of people. We work across the entire value chain, designing and delivering active ingredients, formulations and devices required to support new medicines - from supplies for use in early toxicology studies and clinical trials to developing the technology to ensure drugs can be scaled up for commercial manufacture.

You will join a vibrant team that is working on the next generation of medicines and play a key role in the advancement of new laboratory techniques and technologies to support the development of new medicinal products.

In order to bring new medicines to patients as quickly as possible while minimising our impact on the environment we need to constantly innovate. We aim to apply the latest advances in technology and digital science to improve our drug development process and are looking for chemistry apprentices to support us in this bold ambition.

Do you have a passion for problem solving? If so you will have the opportunity to receive training in a broad range of analytical techniques used for the characterisation of our drug products and will apply this to support the development of new products, ensuring the quality of the medicines that patients receive. You will gain skills in the practical analysis of drug substance or different drug product formulations and interpretation of the data generated.

We truly value Early Talent - their thoughts, ideas and contributions. So throughout the programme, you'll be encouraged and inspired to speak up, have a voice and make an impact.

Skills and Capabilities.

We would be looking for the following attributes from our successful applicants:
  • Enthusiastic individuals who are keen to learn and with a genuine curiosity for the science involved in creating new medicines
  • Able to act independently but also to work and contribute in a team environment
  • Good organisational skills with an excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to apply a rational approach to problem solving, making judgements based on sound reasoning, approaching problems in a logical manner
  • The ability to work on multiple tasks and understanding how to prioritise
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
  • A proactive approach to problem solving
  • A desire to work within a laboratory setting, utilising practical chemistry or scientific instrumentation

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

AstraZeneca will sponsor you through yourLaboratory Scientist Degree Apprenticeshipincluding studying to complete a BSc (Hons) degree in Chemical Science atManchester Metropolitan Universityhttps://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/apprenticeships/courses/laboratory-scientist-chemical-science

The apprenticeship combines working, earning a full-time salary, with fully funded part-timeuniversitylearning (on average 1 day/week). This will give you the opportunity to gain a qualification, just as you would if you went touniversityfull-time, with the advantage of gaining relevant work-life skills and the excitement of helping to develop new medicines whilst taking your first steps towards a rewarding career.

Additionally, the apprenticeships are recognised by the relevant professional bodies at Registered Scientist (RSci) level, for which there is a requirement that the scientist will participate in subsequent continuing professional development on completion of the apprenticeship.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, candidates will be able to apply for further positions.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Able to act independently, Enthusiastic individual

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths, English and Science (Grade A*- C/9 - 4) Essential
A Level or equivalent Chemistry or an equivalent scientific discipline (Grade BCC (104 UCAS Points)) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Related scientific discipline (Grade Level 3) Essential

Things to consider

The apprentice must be able to demonstrate the required attitudes, behaviours and interpersonal skills associated with the professional workplace. The apprentice must be willing to commit an amount of personal time to study. Qualifications Required 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grades 9 to 4 including English, Maths and Science To have achieved or predicted to achieve a minimum of 104 UCAS points at A-level (grades BCC), with one being Chemistry or an equivalent scientific discipline Candidates with relevant workplace experience or a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in a related scientific discipline will also be considered but must provide additional details of their experience / units studied on the course as part of their application Successful candidates will be asked to attend a virtual Assessment day on 16th March 2023 Should you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations, please let us know on your application. This is a 4 -year fixed term contract opportunity based at Macclesfield with a starting base salary of £21,500 + 11% benefits fund + bonus.

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