AstraZeneca

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At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe. Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects. Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. Join AstraZeneca's In vitro Discovery Platforms group within the Biologics Engineering department, where we are pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. Our passion for discovery drives us to explore novel therapeutic approaches across various diseases, including Oncology, Respiratory, Inflammatory, Cardiovascular, and Infectious diseases. As part of our collaborative network, you will have the opportunity to engage with new and exciting technologies that are transforming patient care. As a key team member, you will plan and execute experiments focused on isolating, engineering, and characterizing antibody and antibody-like therapeutics. Collaborate with scientists to develop research plans, conduct in vitro discovery campaigns, analyze and extract data (NGS and Genedata Biologics entries), and present findings to project teams and the department. Your strong work ethic, organizational skills, and communication abilities will be essential in driving success Key Responsibilities: Complete wet-lab experiments (80%) and data analysis for hit selection and characterization (20%) Independently design and execute discovery campaigns using phage and yeast-display technologies Recover yeast plasmids and prepare samples for NGS data generation Analyze NGS data with appropriate software, e.g. Geneious Biologics/MixCR, and select hit lists for small scale antibody production Contribute to technology platform builds and streamline discovery workflows using phage/yeast display VH, scFv and Fab libraries Interpret and present data as a lead scientist/co-lead in the context of multidisciplinary project teams Work within a matrixed environment across multiple groups Education, Experience & Skills: Master’s Degree in Biochemistry, Data Science or related fields with 7+ years of proven experience in industry (preferred) or academia Doctoral Degree with 0-2 years of proven experience in industry (preferred) or academia Familiarity with handling large datasets; data science skills including coding and script writing Extensive and current hands-on experience with phage and yeast-display technology for antibody discovery Proven hands-on experience with sample prepping for NGS data generation and sequence analysis Experience in Sanger sequence analysis, protein expression and purification, ELISA, flow cytometry, and tissue culture Ability to work independently and in a team setting Self-motivated, diligent, and flexible in accommodating shifting priorities Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both oral and written, with supervisor, team, and various cross-functional project team members Maintain accurate and well-organized laboratory records, including worksheets, lab notebooks, inventories, and databases Experience working with various antibody formats including VHH, scFv and Fab Transfection/electroporation, culturing and expansion of mammalian cells Experience with electronic notebook keeping and data entry using Genedata Biologics Great People want to Work with us! Find out why: GTAA Top Employer Award for 11 years Top 100 Employers Award Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Learn more about working with us in Canada View our YouTube channel Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today! AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com. #LI-Hybrid Date Posted 10-Feb-2026 Closing Date 25-Feb-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.