We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join our GPD Process Technology and Engineering Unit, supporting the development of innovative inhaled and/or oral solid dosage products. In this role, you will lead key process engineering activities across an exciting portfolio of programs spanning early through late-stage development. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will help shape product development strategies, design and execute laboratory and pilot-scale work packages, and advance the use of in silico tools to accelerate development and strengthen process understanding. We are looking for a collaborative, solutions-focused engineer who thrives in a fast-paced scientific environment. You will play an important role in developing robust, well-understood, and well-controlled manufacturing processes designed to support long-term commercial performance and patient needs. Key Responsibilities Lead engineering work packages focused on the design and development of robust manufacturing processes for oral and inhaled products. Plan and execute lab-scale process development experiments to generate insights and inform key project decisions. Help shape the scientific and technical direction of product development through strong process understanding and control. Define and optimize critical process parameters (CPPs) and integrate them into effective control strategies. Lead or contribute to technology transfer, risk assessment, process validation, and scale-up activities. Apply modelling, simulation, digital twins, and predictive tools to strengthen process understanding and accelerate development. Identify and solve complex technical challenges that directly impact project delivery. Champion a culture of creativity, innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence. Partner across functions and take ownership of technical work packages, contributing to integrated drug product development plans within a multidisciplinary team and under the guidance of senior staff. Essential Skills and Experience • Bachelors Degree in Related Discipline (e.g - Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field) with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience Experience in oral solid dose and/or inhaled drug product development. Experience in early to late stage product development, technology transfer, scale up and process validation. Fundamental understanding of control strategy and risk management. Basic understanding of predictive science, artificial intelligence, modelling and simulation. Demonstrated understanding and application of digital tools and process models for development Excellent communication and collaboration skills Desirable Skills and Experience Masters or PhD in related discipline Experience with manufacturing processes and technologies relevant to oral solid dosage and/or inhaled products o Direct compression/wet granulation/roller compaction tableting o Spray drying particle engineering o pMDI or DPI manufacturing Experience with regulatory authoring and defense. Experience with CMOs/CROs and outsourced development. Experience with regulatory submission authoring Process modelling / Digital twin development Date Posted 16-Oct-2026 Closing Date 30-Oct-2026 Our 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. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

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