Associate Director Bioinformatics, Biologics Engineering, Oncology R&D
AstraZeneca

Job Info

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We are seeking an expert Associate Director with significant data automation and analysis pipeline integration experience. The successful candidate will help recruit, shape and lead a team of data scientists (4-6) to improve and deliver on our end-to-end workflows vision. Starting with capturing and curating early biologics R&D data to enable and integrate next generation AI approaches across the department with a focus on delivering new ways of interrogating data in collaboration with IT for better informed pipeline decisions.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our outstanding world.

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

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 diseases. But we're more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies.

SITE DESCRIPTION

The Gaithersburg site (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOvxXGjBd1w) employs more than 3,500 experts in our field and is only a short drive from Washington, DC. Here, we play host to some of the most cutting-edge technology and lab spaces, all crafted to inspire collaboration and cross-functional science. We are dedicated to crafting a culture of inclusion and collaboration.

The Gaithersburg campus offers a variety of amenities to help boost efficiency and help keep our employees happy and healthy. This includes a fitness center, employee healthcare clinic, electric vehicle charging stations, dry cleaning, full-service cafeteria, game rooms, community garden and much more.

BUSINESS AREA

Join the Biologics Engineering team at AstraZeneca, where we are responsible for the discovery and optimisation of next-generation biological drug candidates across all key therapy areas. We are developing in-house biologics discovery platforms and novel drug modalities to address unmet medical needs. Be empowered to act fast on smart risks and keep ahead in the fast-paced Oncology field.

What you'll do

• Concept, prototype and integrate data capture, data curation and (bio)informatics workflow automation designed for high throughput processes seamlessly tied into HCP / cloud environments.
  
• Collaborate and work with a diverse group of scientists in both wet and dry labs across all therapeutic areas to ensure impact on and timely progress in pipeline projects.
  
• Interface with LT and teams at our Gaithersburg site ensuring an aligned communication strategy.
  
• Ability to solve software automation problems and implement improved procedures.
  
• Align with lab automation team on optimised processes enabling High-Throughput solutions.
  
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  Be a dynamic leader able to handle pressure while remaining confident.
  
  
• Line-manage a small team of (bio)informaticians, data scientist and machine-learning scientists.
  

Essential for the role

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or other relevant scientific field
  
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Bioinformatics and/ or software engineering
  
• Analytics pipeline design/ implementation/ troubleshooting
  
• Line management experience
  
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and code versioning
  
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS) and High-Performance-Computing.
  
• Ability to work independently, effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet project deadlines.
  
• Track record of code development demonstrating scientific innovation as evidenced by scientific publications/code repositories, patents, and oral presentations at conferences.
  

Desirable for the role

• Extensive code development experience in more than one programming language, employing Git/similar.
  
• R/Python/Java/Rust coding experience.
  
• Machine-learning experience.
  
• Effective presentation of complex scientific data to cross-functional and senior management.
  

Why AstraZeneca?

We follow all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

So, what's next!

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can't wait to hear from you. Don't delay, apply today!
  

Close date: 15/05/2024

Competitive salary and benefit

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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