Make Your Mark in a World-Class Biologics Facility – AstraZeneca’s state-of-the-art biologics manufacturing plant in Södertälje is searching for a Drug Product Specialist to join our Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) team. This is your chance to be part of a facility that’s at the heart of our commercial pipeline, transforming groundbreaking science into life-changing medicines.
Business Area
Join our Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) team, the bridge that turns innovative science into actual medicines that help millions of people. Our commitment is to reliable, adaptable and sustainable processes for the entire value chain of our products—from formulation to packaging. This supports the mission of AstraZeneca’s Operations division: to deliver more medicines to patients, quicker and more affordably.
What you will do
Provide technical leadership in technology transfer of drug product manufacturing processes
Design and implement process steps with a focus on innovation and quality
Offer scientific expertise and technical rigor in experimental design and data analysis
Support commercial, engineering, and clinical fills with product knowledge
Ensure robust supply of established products through process monitoring, review, and continuous improvements
Essential requirements
An MSc or equivalent in Engineering or Life Sciences
Relevant experience with biologics drug product manufacturing or development
A strong technical writer with excellent communication skills in English
Capability to work independently and meet project deadlines in a complex environment
Desirable requirements
Expertise in areas like bulk formulation, filling and lyophilization processes, primary containers, and drug product inspection.
Knowledge of regulatory processes and standards for biologics at clinical and commercial stage
Experience with LEAN and continuous improvement methodologies
Ability to communicate in written and spoken Swedish, or a motivation to learn
Join Us: Be part of a team that’s not just committed to our patients and products but also to our planet. At AstraZeneca SBC, you’ll find a culture that values your expertise and supports your career growth, all while making a meaningful difference.
Ready to make a positive impact in a team where it means more? Apply now and be a catalyst in the journey from lab to life.
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 to our patients 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.
More information
For more information about the position please contact Karin Westerberg Process Science Manager, karin.westerberg1@astrazeneca.com .
If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact responsible Talent Acquisition Partner Helena Kallin Helena.kallin@astrazeneca.com
Welcome with your application no later than June 1, 2025. Interviews will be held ongoing during the application period.
Do you want to learn more about who we are and what we do at the SBC? Look at our webpage and these films!
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Date Posted
15-maj-2025Closing Date
01-juni-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.