Do you enjoy problem-solving?

Are you willing to make decisions? Do you want to contribute to the quality assurance of our medicines?

At AstraZeneca's Södertälje Campus, we meet in innovative and high-tech environments to manufacture medicines that change lives. This is the place for you if you are driven, take personal responsibility, and are motivated by new challenges and endless opportunities. Do you have good experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and GMP? Apply today - selection is ongoing.

ABOUT THE POSITION

AstraZeneca is now looking for Quality Assurance Associates for their quality organization within QA OSD (Oral Solid Dosage) Formulation, which is their global launch site for tablets and capsules.

You will work closely with the exciting and dynamic production and be present “where it happens.” Daily, you will participate in cross-functional discussions at the production line and make informed decisions on how production should proceed based on quality aspects. Approving protocols from manufacturing and thereby being responsible for ensuring our products meet the right quality and requirements is also part of your daily routine.

This is a consulting assignment through Academic Work, initially lasting for one year.

You will be offered

• To work at a world-leading company
• To work in a developing environment with competent colleagues
• A dedicated consultant manager at Academic Work

RESPONSIBILITIES

The role involves investigative work where you use your logical thinking to reach decisions. The work is independent and the tasks are broad, providing you with great opportunities for personal learning. As a representative for your area, courage, commitment, determination, and integrity are needed.

Within QA OSD, they also participate in various projects such as New Product Introduction (NPI), investment projects for new equipment, and Tech Transfer, as well as projects related to external customers, registrations, launches, and various improvement efforts.

They have close collaboration within the teams and with production, as well as with other support functions such as quality control, process technology, and maintenance, thus high demands are placed on flexibility and good communication skills. Your position may be challenged, and you need to be able to justify your decisions well with both conviction and humility.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU WHO

• Has a scientific university or college degree of at least 4 years. The educational focus could be, for example, a Master’s degree in biotechnology, chemistry or pharmacy.
• Has good knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing according to applicable regulations and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Has very good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written.
• Has good knowledge of English, both spoken and written.
• Experience in manufacturing, quality control, quality assurance of pharmaceuticals, regulatory inspections, or validation/qualification is an advantage.
• Knowledge of LEAN is beneficial.
• We would like you to have an interest in technology, systems, and processes.

The final candidate will undergo a background check and health check including drug and alcohol testing.

To succeed in the role, you have the following personal qualities:

To succeed in the role, you need to be a driven, solution-oriented person who enjoys making changes – big or small. You thrive with a large network of contacts, can meet various needs of multiple customers, and prioritize your own work simultaneously. You have the ability to communicate well in a trustworthy manner and handle the many contact points and sometimes tough decisions with commitment and integrity. Your drive and ability to work both meticulously and structured even at a high pace will help you succeed.

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work, and our client's request is that all questions regarding the position be sent to Academic Work.

We apply ongoing selection and will take down the ad when enough candidates have reached the final stage of the recruitment process. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. The tests are a tool to find the candidate with the highest potential for the position and to promote equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process.