Synthetic Chemist (Senior Research Scientist)

Are you ready to push the boundaries of synthetic chemistry to help transform how cancer is treated? See your ideas move from bench to candidate selection and ultimately reach patients who need new options most. At AstraZeneca, join a state-of-the-art research centre at Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

Work on projects from Lead Optimisation through to candidate selection as part of the Medicinal Chemistry Discovery Process group. Conceive and implement innovative synthetic strategies using personal lab delivery expertise. Solve complex chemistry problems to deliver the next generation of Oncology medicines.

Join an outstanding team of hardworking chemists dedicated to discovering, developing and delivering the right drugs to the right people. Collaborate with the finest talent in business and academia. Make a life-changing difference to patient survival in important areas of healthcare.

Be passionate about providing innovative, effective medicines that make a real difference worldwide. Contribute to a brand-new vision for a critical industry. Explore the amazing things science can do in oncology research.