Are you a passionate and experienced scientist with in-depth knowledge and expertise in molecular biology and recombinant protein expression? Fuelled by our commitment to help more patients, strengthen our pipeline and grow our area. This might be your next challenge! Join us at AstraZeneca as a senior Molecular and Cell Biologist in our Protein Science, Structural Biology and Biophysics department in Discovery Sciences. This department is based in our vibrant R&D site in Gothenburg, Sweden, and is responsible for the delivery of protein reagents to discovery projects. You will be part of a team of enthusiastic scientists to deliver deep technical and scientific expertise in Molecular Biology and Eukaryotic recombinant protein expression. This role is an opportunity to contribute to the development and execution of research strategies for the discovery of new medicines - and be focused on the field of Protein Science. What you will do In this role, you will be providing key molecular biology expertise for the design and generation of DNA constructs for downstream drug discovery applications such as recombinant expression of protein reagents, reporter gene assays, cell lines, DNA libraries, and proteins for structure and biophysics. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Research Scientist to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will deliver from the lab with construct design, high throughput construct generation, Knowledge of eukaryotic expression systems as well as lead the scientific discipline development. Essential for the role * PhD level Cell- and Molecular Biologist or MSc with equivalent working experience * Excellent working experience with complex plasmid construct design, scientific project support, gene reporter constructs and library design * Extensive working experience in high throughput cloning techniques such as Golden Gate and Gibson assembly as well as demonstrated proficiency with lab automation of Molecular Biology workflows * Proven track record in leading scientific and technology developments in molecular biology for recombinant protein expression Desirable for the role * Working experience with recombinant overexpression in Eukaryotic expression systems * Experience in developing Eukaryotic expression systems and cell line engineering of mammalian expression hosts Why AstraZeneca Always advancing our scientific knowledge and helping to shape the future of healthcare for the greatest and swiftest impact on disease. Thrive in a place where the brightest and most curious minds seamlessly come together in our inclusive environment. We truly believe that everyone contributes with a unique set of competence. Your curiosity and passion for personal development combined with support from colleagues, mentors and leaders, will ensure you maximise your skills, abilities and contribution. So, what's next? Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on patients? Join us at AstraZeneca where we are pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines! Welcome to apply today! For more information about the role please reach out to hiring manager David Öling, Director Molecular Biology & Expression Screening, at [email protected] We look forward to your application. Please send it to us no later than October 17, 2024. Additional information: Our Gothenburg site: https://www.astrazeneca.com/our-science/gothenburg.html Life in Gothenburg: https://www.movetogothenburg.com/ About BioPharmaceuticals R&D: https://www.astrazeneca.com/r-d.html