Level 6 Laboratory Scientist Degree Apprenticeship – Biopharmaceutical Development - Purification Protein Science
Cambridge, UK
Starting base salary of £21,500 + 11% benefits fund + bonus
At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. We’re deeply committed to our strategy of being a great place to work. For us, that includes fostering an environment where everyone can be among inclusive, supportive individuals with curious minds.
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.
Make the start of your journey a life changing one!
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.
About the Apprenticeship Programme
Biopharmaceutical Development
Working with diverse and novel molecular modalities across all therapeutic areas, Biopharmaceutic Development (BPD) integrates cell biology, process science, molecular structure & function, solution and solid-state chemistry, advanced data analytics, and engineering, to develop industry-leading technologies.
BPD’s innovative science enables high-yielding, efficient production for the most challenging and novel biologics, as well as delivery of new medicines through design of stable formulations and development of drug delivery systems. With device development, BPD is creating products with a patient-centric mind-set, transforming Research Molecules into new life-changing Medicines.
Purification Protein Science group (Early stage)
During your apprenticeship you will be responsible for planning and executing the purification of proteins to advance the AstraZeneca pipeline and to perform protein purification on a milligram scale for a wide variety of proteins including both drug targets and complex biopharmaceutical drugs such as bi-specific antibodies or fusion proteins. You will participate in solving protein purification problems such as aggregate removal, untagged protein purification, and glycoform separation and carryout Quality control assessments of the reagents generated.
You will coordinate closely with other groups to meet project timelines and company goals. You will also be analysing and interpreting analytical data and contributing to appropriate experimental plans. You will maintain accurate records of data and actively participate in laboratory organization. Ensure that work is performed in accordance with appropriate Safety, Health & Environment (SHE), quality and compliance standards. Given the scope of this dynamic role and the need to multitask, it is essential to be a good communicator, well organized, innovative and able to work in team and independently when designing and executing experiments as well as to manage and prioritize tasks. Furthermore, you should demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation, attention to detail and willingness to learn new technologies, flexibility, and confidence. The role requires a good understanding of the biological and chemical properties of recombinant proteins and data analysis.
Training and Development
AstraZeneca will sponsor you through your
Lab Science Degree with one of our university providers Manchester Metropolitan University
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/laboratory-scientist-degree-v1-0
. The apprenticeship combines working, earning a full-time salary, with fully funded part-time learning (on average 1 day/week). This will give you the opportunity to gain a Level 6 Lab Science degree qualification, just as you would if you went to university full-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. 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 Enthusiastic individuals who are keen to learn and with a genuine scientific curiosity Able to act independently but also to work and contribute in a team environment Good organisational skills with an excellent attention to detail & a proactive approach to problem solving The ability to work on multiple tasks and understanding how to prioritise Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills Entry Requirements Five GCSEs (or equivalent) grades 9 to 5 including Maths, English and Science. To have achieved or predicted to achieve a minimum of 104 UCAS points at A-level (grades BBB) or an equivalent (e.g. BTEC DMM/T-Levels considered) of which one needs to be Biology. Benefits, open and close dates To apply for this position, please click the apply link. Opening date of advert:
13th January 2025 Closing date of advert:
midnight 16th February 2025 Successful candidates will be asked to attend a virtual Assessment Day during
w/c 24th March 2025 . Should you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations, please let us know on your application. At AstraZeneca, we aim to set you up for success, and we recognise the challenges that starting a new job can bring. We therefore offer a relocation package to help with the costs and process of moving for candidates who currently live more than 60 minutes from the site location for this Apprenticeship. This is a 4-year fixed term contract opportunity. Start date for the apprenticeship programme is
1st September 2025 . Where can I find out more? Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/ Inclusion & Diversity:
https://careers.astrazeneca.com/inclusion-diversity Career Site:
https://careers.astrazeneca.com/
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Lab Science Degree with one of our university providers Manchester Metropolitan University
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/laboratory-scientist-degree-v1-0
. The apprenticeship combines working, earning a full-time salary, with fully funded part-time learning (on average 1 day/week). This will give you the opportunity to gain a Level 6 Lab Science degree qualification, just as you would if you went to university full-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. 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 Enthusiastic individuals who are keen to learn and with a genuine scientific curiosity Able to act independently but also to work and contribute in a team environment Good organisational skills with an excellent attention to detail & a proactive approach to problem solving The ability to work on multiple tasks and understanding how to prioritise Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills Entry Requirements Five GCSEs (or equivalent) grades 9 to 5 including Maths, English and Science. To have achieved or predicted to achieve a minimum of 104 UCAS points at A-level (grades BBB) or an equivalent (e.g. BTEC DMM/T-Levels considered) of which one needs to be Biology. Benefits, open and close dates To apply for this position, please click the apply link. Opening date of advert:
13th January 2025 Closing date of advert:
midnight 16th February 2025 Successful candidates will be asked to attend a virtual Assessment Day during
w/c 24th March 2025 . Should you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations, please let us know on your application. At AstraZeneca, we aim to set you up for success, and we recognise the challenges that starting a new job can bring. We therefore offer a relocation package to help with the costs and process of moving for candidates who currently live more than 60 minutes from the site location for this Apprenticeship. This is a 4-year fixed term contract opportunity. Start date for the apprenticeship programme is
1st September 2025 . Where can I find out more? Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/ Inclusion & Diversity:
https://careers.astrazeneca.com/inclusion-diversity Career Site:
https://careers.astrazeneca.com/
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