Research and Development (R&D) Graduate program – Bioscience – Gaithersburg, MD

Role Summary

Research and Development (R&D) Bioscience Graduate Program at AstraZeneca in Gaithersburg, MD. Two-year program with three eight-month placements across drug discovery and development, offering mentorship and hands-on experience in diverse R&D projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in diverse R&D projects across drug discovery and development.
• Engage in three eight-month placements across functions and therapy areas.
• Develop technical skills and expand scientific knowledge through hands-on work and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in life sciences, awarded in 2025 or before September 2026.
• Skills: Proactive problem-solving, critical thinking, planning, organizational, and time management abilities.
• Attributes: Passion for drug discovery, collaborative team player, driven to make a difference.

Skills

• Drug discovery and development concepts
• Laboratory and/or computational/bioinformatics capabilities (lab-based and non-lab-based placements)
• Mentorship and professional collaboration

Education

• Bachelor's or master's degree in life sciences or related field

Additional Requirements

• Location: Gaithersburg, MD for the duration of the program; no international placements.
• Start Date: September 2026; Duration: 2 years; Structure: Three eight-month placements.