Associate Principal Scientist (Veterinarian), Animal Science And Technology, Astrazeneca

Are you a dedicated veterinarian with a passion for pioneering laboratory animal science? Do you thrive on driving innovation and aspire to make a meaningful impact in the development of transformative medicines? If you have an entrepreneurial mindset and a deep commitment to animal welfare, this is your opportunity to join AstraZeneca in an exciting and impactful role!

We are seeking a collaborative and skilled veterinarian to join our Large Animal Science and Technology Team in Gothenburg, Sweden. As part of the Animal Science and Technology (AST) department, you will play a pivotal role in advancing in vivo models to support our groundbreaking drug discovery and development projects.

This role is ideal for a veterinarian who combines clinical veterinary expertise with a passion for scientific research. We are looking for someone who can collaborate effectively, drive innovation, and adopt a forward-thinking approach to enhance our in vivo capabilities—all while prioritizing the highest standards of animal welfare.

What You’ll Do

As part of the AST team, you will:

• Drive Innovation: Develop cutting-edge in vivo models and methodologies, including those for emerging drug modalities such as cell therapies, as a member of multi-disciplinary teams.

• Surgical Expertise: Participate in surgeries involving pigs and rodents, contributing to the development of new surgical models that advance medicine development.

• Study Leadership: Act as a study director, responsible for the design, planning, execution, and reporting of in vivo studies during the early phases of drug development.

• Promote Animal Welfare: Champion animal training, welfare, and the 3Rs (replacement, reduction, and refinement) in collaboration with other AST scientists.

• Share Knowledge: Publish posters, presentations, and peer-reviewed articles while contributing to the professional development of AstraZeneca’s in vivo scientists.

Essential Requirements

To succeed in this role, you must have:

• A degree in Veterinary Medicine

• Proficiency in veterinary clinical work and surgery or anesthesia

• A documented scientific record (e.g., Ph.D.)

• Strong communication skills with fluency in English

Desirable Qualifications

We would be especially excited to see candidates with:

• A relevant post-graduate laboratory animal qualification (e.g., Dip ECLAM, ACLAM, or CertLAS)

• Expertise in the development, validation, and execution of laboratory animal models within a pharmaceutical or academic setting

• Knowledge of Swedish and EU regulatory requirements for in vivo research

• Experience working in AAALAC-accredited facilities

• A strong track record of scientific publications

So, what’s next?

If this sounds like your next challenge, we encourage you to apply today!

Please include a cover letter, describing how you meet the requirements for the role, together with your resume. For more information about the position please contact hiring manager Elin Holmedal at elin.holmedal1@astrazeneca.com

Submit your application no later than 26th January 2025.

Join Us in Transforming Lives

At AstraZeneca, we’re committed to pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. If you share our passion for innovation and excellence, we’d love to hear from you.