Principal Scientist in translational medicine at AstraZeneca, focusing on diagnostic development and strategic planning. Collaborating globally on regulatory submissions and innovative diagnostic technologies.
Responsibilities
Delivery of diagnostic testing to clinical studies as agreed with project leaders
Lead the delivery of diagnostic data work packages to enable regulatory submission and approval
Build and maintain a knowledge of current and emerging diagnostic assay technologies to fulfill precision medicine approaches
Make milestone-driven plans including measurable outcome success, criteria, risk/mitigation plans
Regularly update scenarios and contingencies based on evolving data and operational realities
Prioritize hypotheses and studies for maximum impact and resource efficiency
Integrate input from clinical, data sciences, regulatory, CROs, central labs etc. to drive consensus and accountable delivery
Select, onboard, and manage CROs, central labs, bioanalytical partners, and data vendors
Requirements
PhD, MD, or PharmD in a relevant field (e.g., human genetics, molecular/cellular biology, immunology, neuroscience, metabolic disease) with 4–6+ years of industry experience; or MS with 8–10+ years.
Fluent English communication and presentation.
Demonstrable experience of analytical diagnostic assay validation and the use in a clinical testing setting.
Knowledge of clinical trial sample biomarker testing procedures, and applicable laboratory testing regulations and quality systems (eg, GCP, CAP, CLIA, etc)
Proven experience of delivery and use of data for diagnostic projects - including quality control, test data monitoring and troubleshooting.
Experience of working with diagnostic partners to drive timely and successful outcomes, through effectively working across internal and external boundaries.
Experience of working within a global team.
Knowledge in Tissue diagnostic technologies (IHC, FISH, Dual-ISH, etc)
Benefits
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer
We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics
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