Graduate Occupational Toxicology

Graduate Occupational Toxicology

Location: Macclesfield UK, Sodertalje Sweden

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid working 3 days a week in the office

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

As a high performing team, we are united and motivated by our shared purpose – to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. We come to work each day to make a difference – to patients, society, and our company.

Here you will experience a fast paced and agile environment as we continue to support the business on a journey of evolution and growth, driven by new, exciting technology and digital innovations. It’s challenging and sometimes demanding, and that’s why we love it.

Job Description

Provide Occupational and Quality Toxicology support. Graduate entry-level, or new to the industry

Accountability

• Deliver support in the Occupational and Quality Toxicology area.

• May support the implementation of Occupational and Quality Toxicological OneSHE framework documents.

• Supports the delivery of the internal GSHE OEL/PDE and panel.

• Coordinates communication into the business from the internal OEL/PDE panel.

• Ensures appropriate document management using the various systems in place at AstraZeneca.

• Provide support to departmental projects developing internal Standards, Procedures and Guidelines.

• Engagement with the SDS team to provide toxicological support to the SDS team.

• Provide support with impurities (extractables and leachables).

• Provides toxicological guidance to the business, communicating complex topics in understandable terms.

• Remains up to date on all applicable regulations, relevant laws and standards.

• Proactively engages with SMEs to develop own knowledge.

Essential

• Degree level or equivalent qualification in toxicology or aligned natural sciences bio-medicine etc

• Knowledge of toxicology and maintains own professional awareness and development

• Works independently and as part of a team

• Sound working knowledge of toxicology and the associated principles

• Strong communication skills

Desirable

• Industry/placement experience or previous work experience in the toxicology area

• Previous pharma sector experience

• Working towards professional qualifications in toxicology

• Experience of team working, influencing and networking in a matrix organisation

• Have a good understanding of GHS and CLP

• Up to date with legislative changes and best practice developments

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and spark your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

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

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours

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