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Would you like to apply your expertise to impact a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!\nAt AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.\nAbout AstraZeneca in Gaithersburg, MD:\nOur Gaithersburg, Maryland facility creates life-changing medicines for people around the world. This campus employs more than 3,500 experts in our field and is only a short drive from Washington, DC. This modern and vibrant scientific campus is the home of R&D and Oncology in the US. Here, we play host to some of the most cutting-edge technology and lab spaces, all designed to encourage collaboration and cross-functional science. We believe employees benefit from being challenged and inspired at work. We are dedicated to crafting a culture of inclusion and collaboration.\nMain Duties & Responsibilities:\nSupport CAR-T cell product development and optimization in early-stage development. The candidate should be able to design, develop and execute experiments in the areas of formulation, fill/finish, and cryopreservation processes. \nExecute laboratory experiments following protocols and troubleshooting routine technical issues. \nOperate relevant cell-processing, fill/finish, controlled-rate freezing, cryogenic storage, and thawing equipment. \nPerform assays to assess CAR-T product quality and cellular health, including cell count, viability, recovery, apoptosis, flow-cytometric phenotype, and functional readouts. \nCollect, organize, analyze, and interpret experimental data and communicate conclusions. \nMaintain accurate and timely documentation in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems, author or contribute to protocols, technical reports, and presentations. \nCollaborate with analytical development, process development, and external partners to support robust and scalable CAR-T drug product processes. \nFollow established safety, biosafety, aseptic, and data-integrity practices and contribute to a safe, organized, and inspection-ready laboratory environment. \n\nThe successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to balance hands-on laboratory work, data analysis, documentation, and effective communication in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.\nEducation & Experience Requirements:\nEducation: M.S. or B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutics, Chemical/biochemical Engineering or related field\nAssociate Scientist: BS with 2+ years of experience or MS and 0+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical Industry/Academic lab.\nRequired Skills:\nHands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic processing. \nExperience and knowledge of cell therapy drug product development, especially in cell product formulation, filling, freezing, storage, thawing, and post-thaw handling. \nExperience with basic cell-based analytical methods such as automated cell counting, and viability assessment. Advanced analytical methods such as flow cytometry, apoptosis measurements, or functional assays are desired. \nAbility to organize and analyze experimental data, prepare clear summaries, draw scientifically sound conclusions, and communicate results to project teams. \nTime-management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment. \nEffective written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues across functions. \nDesired Skills:\nExperience with closed or automated cell-processing platforms such as Finia, Sepax, Cue, LOVO, or other cell-processing systems. \nKnowledge of cryobiology, formulation science, and excipient screening. \nExperience with DoE and statistical data analysis. \nThe annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $69,344.80 to $104,017.20. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives-an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. \nDate Posted\n22-Oct-2026Closing Date\n13-Dec-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. 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