【AstraZeneca】【R&D】Translational Scientist, Translational Science Department, Data Science & Innovation
■Job Description：
Translational Scientist is an expert in leading the science of drug development from diverse perspectives, including pharmacology, bioscience, biomarkers, precision medicine, and translational research.
Translational Scientist plays a key role in the following roles. He/she directly reports to the Translational Sciense Director.
• Lead the strategies for patient selection using the biomarker tests to deliver Companion Diagnostics (CDx) for drug development products (for applicable projects).
• Prepare Precision Medicine components in the regulatory documents and clinical trial-related documents, and handle the inquiries at regulatory events in Japan (for applicable project).
• Assess the preclinical pharmacology profiles of early development candidates to contribute to AZ's drug development program.
• Prepare the preclinical pharmacology components in regulatory documents and clinical trial-related documents, and handle the inquiries at regulatory events in Japan.
• Provide scientific support to the team to ensure smooth implementation of Japan development program.
• Leads collaborative research initiatives in scientific area with external partners in Japan to enrich AZ's portfolio (for applicable projects with opportunities).
■Experience：
＜必須＞
• Experience of clinical development of Oncology products with Precision Medicine concept.
• Experience in drug development using knowledge as a scientist in fields such as pharmacology, bioscience, biology, and life medicine/science.
• Experience in regulatory interaction with health authorities and CTD preparation.
• Well-versed in the drug/CDx development process and relevant regulatory guidance/guidelines, including ICH guideline, within the Japanese pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in planning and implementing preclinical studies and/or translational research in the pharmaceutical industry.
＜歓迎＞
• Experience in planning scientific strategies as a expert with at the cross-functional team.
■License：
＜必須＞
• Bachelor's degree in Life Science related
＜歓迎＞
• Master's degree or PhD in relevant discipline
■Skill Set：
＜必須＞
• Assertive communication skill
• Logical thinking skill
• Writing skill in Life Science area
• Presentation skill
• Business English
＜歓迎＞
• Strategic influencing skill
• Negotiation skill
• Conceptual thinking skill
• Leadership capability
■Languages：
• Read/write scientific documents including data interpretation in English/Japanese
• Communicate, and discuss the relevant-topics with the key stakeholders and experts in English/Japanese practically
• Make a English/Japanese presentation
■Career Level：
D
■Location：
大阪 or 東京
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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.
