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Pharmaceuticals Founded 10000+ employees

AstraZeneca

Cambridge, UK
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Salary range
£28–£405k
Avg £63–82k
Hiring activity
Active
7.0 roles/week
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Limited
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About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative medicines to address serious diseases. The company operates in multiple therapeutic areas, including oncology, cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic diseases, and is committed to improving patient outcomes through scientific leadership and collaboration.

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12 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): Discovery Sciences

This 12-month industrial placement offers hands-on experience in drug discovery within AstraZeneca’s Discovery Sciences team in Cambridge. You’ll work on laboratory-based projects involving assay development, automation, advanced cell models, and data analysis using tools like GraphPad Prism and AI-enabled platforms. The role emphasizes collaboration, scientific communication, and contributing to innovative research in a global, inclusive environment.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom £28,000 pa
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12 Month University Industrial Placement Student: Oncology DMPK

This 12-month industrial placement involves conducting DMPK bioanalysis and in vitro ADME studies to evaluate drug candidates in oncology. The role includes training in mass spectrometry, supporting pharmacokinetic research, and working within a cross-disciplinary matrix team across the UK and US. It offers hands-on experience in drug discovery within a leading biopharmaceutical R&D environment.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom £28,000 pa
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Executive Director, Regulatory Affairs Strategy - Cell Therapy

This role leads the global regulatory strategy for high-profile cell therapy programs, shaping end-to-end development from discovery to approval and lifecycle management. The Executive Director will define target product labeling, lead interactions with major health authorities, and drive competitive, timely global patient access. They will also lead and develop regulatory teams, influence policy, and champion innovation in regulatory science and ways of working.

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12 Month University Industrial Placement Student: Statistics

This role involves working within AstraZeneca’s Biometrics team, supporting clinical drug development through statistical analysis and programming. You’ll gain hands-on experience in data handling, analysis, and interpretation using R and SAS, contribute to real-world study design, and present findings internally to develop communication and technical skills in a global pharmaceutical environment.

AstraZeneca Macclesfield, United Kingdom £28,000 pa
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12 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): Synthetic - Organic Chemistry

This 12-month industrial placement offers hands-on experience in synthetic organic chemistry within a pharmaceutical R&D environment. You'll work alongside experienced chemists to design and develop novel synthetic routes for potential drug candidates, using techniques such as purification, reaction monitoring, and automation. The role provides exposure to either medicinal/peptide chemistry in Cambridge or process development in Macclesfield, with opportunities to present work and build key scientific and communication skills.

AstraZeneca Macclesfield, United Kingdom £28,000 pa
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12 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): Synthetic - Organic Chemistry

This 12-month industrial placement offers hands-on experience in synthetic organic chemistry within AstraZeneca’s drug discovery and development teams. Placement students in Cambridge will work on novel multi-step syntheses with medicinal or peptide chemists, while those in Macclesfield will focus on scalable, sustainable process chemistry for kilogram-scale production. The role involves techniques in organic synthesis, purification, automation, and cross-team collaboration, with opportunities to present work and build transferable scientific skills.

AstraZeneca Cambridge, United Kingdom £28,000 pa
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Why work here

  • ✓ Opportunities to work on life-changing medicines
  • ✓ Collaborative and matrixed environment
  • ✓ Strong focus on patient outcomes and scientific leadership
  • ✓ Diverse and passionate scientific community
  • ✓ Competitive salary and excellent benefits

Hiring at AstraZeneca

Across 9 roles

Work policy

Hybrid
2
Office-based
7
Across 10 roles

Role types

  • permanent 8
  • contract 2
Primary hiring location

Most of AstraZeneca's open roles on Biotechnology Jobs are based in Cambridge.

What sets AstraZeneca apart

Why they stand out

  • Leadership in multiple therapeutic areas, including oncology and metabolic diseases
  • Focus on innovative and transformative medicines
  • Strong emphasis on patient safety and regulatory compliance

Social proof

  • Global presence and impact in healthcare
  • Collaborations with leading research institutions and healthcare providers
  • Recognition for scientific and medical advancements

Frequently asked questions

What does AstraZeneca do?

AstraZeneca is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative medicines to address serious diseases. The company operates in multiple therapeutic areas, including oncology, cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic diseases, and is committed to improving patient outcomes through scientific leadership and collaboration. AstraZeneca is active in Pharmaceuticals, Oncology, and Cardiovascular.

What kind of organisation is AstraZeneca?

AstraZeneca is a public entity working in Pharmaceuticals, listed on Biotechnology Jobs alongside private and venture-backed employers.

When was AstraZeneca founded?

AstraZeneca was founded in 1999 — that makes them 27 years old.

How big is AstraZeneca?

AstraZeneca sits in the 10000+ employee band according to their public profile. Use this as a rough size signal — actual headcount can shift between disclosures.

How many jobs does AstraZeneca have open on Biotechnology Jobs?

AstraZeneca has 32 open roles on Biotechnology Jobs right now. Browse the full list above and apply directly.

Is AstraZeneca actively hiring?

Yes — AstraZeneca is actively hiring on Biotechnology Jobs, averaging 7.0 roles posted per week (30 in the last 30 days, up 28 versus the previous 30).

Does AstraZeneca hire remotely?

Of AstraZeneca's 9 open roles on Biotechnology Jobs, 2 hybrid and 7 office-based.

What is the salary range at AstraZeneca?

Advertised salaries for AstraZeneca's current openings on Biotechnology Jobs average between £62,603 and £81,905. Individual roles may pay above or below this range depending on seniority and location.

Does AstraZeneca publish salaries?

Not consistently — AstraZeneca's live roles on Biotechnology Jobs have minimal disclosure on salary, role detail or work policy. Check individual listings for specifics.

Where is AstraZeneca hiring?

AstraZeneca's open roles on Biotechnology Jobs are based primarily in Cambridge. Check individual listings for remote or hybrid options.

What role types does AstraZeneca hire for?

AstraZeneca's 10 open roles on Biotechnology Jobs include 8 permanent and 2 contract.

Where AstraZeneca hires

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