Drug Product Specialist (consulting assignment Astrazeneca)

Do you want to work at the intersection of biological science and commercial manufacturing? We are now looking for a Drug product specialist (also known asProcess Scientist) to join our Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) team at AstraZeneca in Södertälje.

About the role

As a Drug Product Specialist, you will be responsible for the scientific and technical aspects of new product introductions, technology transfers, and commercial manufacturing support within drug product processes.

The role covers both the implementation of new processes and support for existing commercial products. You will contribute scientific expertise in areas such as formulation, aseptic filling, lyophilization, and visual inspection.

Key responsibilities for a Drug Product Specialist:

• Lead the scientific aspects in new product introductions and technology transfers for drug product processes
• Ensure commercial process robustness through process understanding, risk assessments, technical studies, data analysis, and sound scientific recommendations
• Lead process validation/process performance qualification
• Lead/contribute to Product Maintenance
• Provide product specific scientific and technical support to ongoing commercial operations,
• Contribute to the development of ways of working, digital templates, and risk-based approaches to enable consistency and efficiency across MS&T activities
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, QA, QC, Supply Chain, global teams, development functions, and external partners
• Contribute to GMP documentation and regulatory submissions

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone with a strong scientific foundation who thrives in an environment where science meets manufacturing. You are comfortable taking ownership, driving technical and scientific topics forward, and translating complex data and process challenges into clear decisions and practical solutions. You are also flexible in adapting to new ways of working or identifying improvements to increase organisational effectiveness.

Essential for the role (requirements for the matrix in FG:

• **MSc or higher,**in biotechnology, chemical engineering, pharmacy, or another relevant life science or engineering discipline
• 3+ years of experience in biologics, pharmaceutical development, technology transfer or commercial manufacturing, with a focus on drug product
• Experience in one or more relevant areas such as formulation, aseptic filling, lyophilization, and visual inspection
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken

Desirable requirements:

• A PhD or other advanced specialization in a relevant field
• Previous experience at AstraZeneca
• Experience working in global and cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of single-use systems, isolator technology, or finished pack manufacturing
• Previous experience with project management
• Knowledge of digital transformation and AI applications in manufacturing, process monitoring, or technical support activities

Soft skills:

We’re looking for someone who is organized, analytical, adaptable, and detail-oriented. Strong teamwork abilities are essential, along with the confidence to work independently.

The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative, takes a proactive approach to challenges, and actively seeks opportunities to drive progress—instead of waiting for instructions or resisting change.

AstraZeneca is one of the world’s most exciting bio-pharmaceutical companies. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, we’re on a mission to turn ideas into life-changing medicines that improve patients’ lives and benefit society. We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients around the world.