Oxford Group International
12 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): R&D, Biopharmaceutical and Oncology
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£26,000 Base Salary, Bonus & Flexible Benefits
Do you want to be part of a team of supportive, collaborative and likeminded peers to develop your expertise? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-centred biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than a global leading pharmaceutical company. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society.
About The University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS) Programme
Join a Truly Inclusive and Supportive International Team.
As an AstraZeneca placement student, there is a huge network of support available to you. You’ll have a dedicated supervisor, a supportive early talent peer network, and a variety of Employee Resource Groups you can join.
We help and empower each other, and our supervisors are committed to providing you with all the guidance and support you need to build your skills, confidence and capabilities.
Whatever your background and experience, you’ll be welcomed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions and share knowledge. You will be a valued part of an international team of truly supportive, collaborative and inclusive individuals.
About The Programme
The BioPharmaceuticals and Oncology Research & Development (R&D) Undergraduate Industrial Placement Programme provides the opportunity for you to undertake a 12-month laboratory-based placement that will introduce you to the world of innovative drug discovery. There are placements encompassing multiple types of projects within the following areas:
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- Biologics Engineering
- Early Respiratory and Immunology
- Discovery Sciences
- Biopharmaceutical Development
- Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences
- Early Oncology
Please highlight which area above would be of most interest to you within your application, i.e. Biologics Engineering, Discovery Science etc.
You’ll get to do meaningful work in a pioneering research and development driven organisation. As well as developing the skills, knowledge and connections that will set you up for success you will be among curious, passionate and open-minded people eager to learn, follow the science, and grow as professionals in a truly collaborative and global team.
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Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Currently undertaking an undergraduate or integrated master’s degree with the opportunity within a biological discipline and the opportunity to spend 1 year in industry starting in September 2025.
- Strong planning and organisation skills
- Ability to see opportunities, learn, and apply that learning to drive innovation
- Good collaboration and teamworking skills
Desirable
- A good foundation of Microsoft Excel.
- Experience in interpretation of data.
- Experience of working in teams (could be in an educational or employment setting or any other teamwork you may have completed).
Please include your CV and a cover letter in your application.
Document requirements: CVs are limited to a maximum of 2 pages and cover letters are limited to a maximum of 1 page, using no smaller than size 11 font. In the cover letter, please ensure you address your interest and motivation for the position, your relevant skills and experiences, fit with the company and how this placement will help achieve your career goals.
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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 recognising their potential.
Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organisation 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.
Applications Open: 2nd September 2024
Applications Close: Midnight 29th September 2024
Virtual Assessment Days: 18th - 21st November 2024
Start Date: 1st September 2025
This position is a 12-month fixed term contract.
Where can I find out more?
- Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603
- Inclusion & Diversity: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/inclusion-diversity
- Career Site: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/
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