At AstraZeneca, we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the upmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing. We continuously forge partnerships that help pursue world-class medicines in new ways, combining our people’s exceptional skills with those of people from all over the globe.

Our West Chester Supply Site is a very dynamic and growing manufacturing site within the AstraZeneca Global Operations network and is located just north of Cincinnati, Ohio. In addition to serving as the global COVID vaccine production site for AstraZeneca, the West Chester site encompasses Bulk API Microsphere manufacturing, Aseptic Pharmaceutical Formulation, multi-line Isolator/Barrier Vial and Syringe Filling, and specialty Packaging Operations for Vials and Auto-Injectors that supports growing franchises in Diabetes, Respiratory, and Vaccines. Our site is one of 30 production facilities in 18 countries with over 700 people collaborating to connect powerful medications to patients in more than 60 countries around the world. We focus on providing a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves. Being able to bring your full self to work every day is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities. On-site amenities include a Health and Wellness clinic, as well as a Cafeteria Grille serving breakfast and lunch items for employees and guests. We also have a Great Place to Work Counsel, involving committees of employees who coordinate several activities related to community outreach, sustainability, health and wellness and social events.

Join an environment of excellence, where we’re backed by a belief that good can always be better. It means we search for opportunities to add value – harnessing science and evidence to foresee risk. A place to continuously innovate to find new and better ways to ensure we are improving outcomes for patients

Why Join Quality?

In Quality, our work is important and valued. An unrivalled forward-looking mindset, there’s no better place to work at the forefront and learn how to add real value to a business throughout the lifecycle of our products – discovery, development and commercialization. As the voice of the patient, every batch we certify is a personal stamp of approval. Not something we take lightly, we are always innovating, trialing the latest models and technologies to improve reliability and excellence in our processes.

What you’ll do:

The Quality Control, Chemist performs testing of samples. Participates in laboratory investigations, related to QC processes or data. Maintains and troubleshoots testing equipment. Supports validation, method development and transfer activities. Performs data review. Supports QC method and SOP updates.

• Performs testing on a range of samples including finished products, raw materials, stability, in-process and water samples.

• Maintains and troubleshoots testing equipment.

• Supports laboratory investigations, QC method and SOP updates.

• Execute laboratory test protocols to support development and validation activities.

• Responsible for QC Data review.

• Provides and follows up on ideas for continuous improvements in laboratory processes.

• Able to take direction and correction when learning procedures and performing analysis.

• Participate and contribute to the team atmosphere.

• Self-motivated: able to complete all tasks assigned and able to self-assign work without immediate supervision, when appropriate.

• Able to knowledgably and safely handle hazardous materials.

Essential for the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, biology or related field

• Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication and organizational skills.

• The ability to learn and adapt quickly to new priorities and or situations

• Good problem-solving skills

Desired for the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry

• 2 years QC chemistry laboratory experience in Pharmaceutical industry

• Working knowledge of laboratory equipment (including HPLC), operations, and safety.

• Proficient in math, laboratory and computer skills. Understand basic statistics and quality control terminology.

• Working knowledge of cGXP requirements and a strong familiarity with production operations.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey.

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

Next Steps – Apply today!

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity. If you know someone who would be an excellent fit, please share this posting with them.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.