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Senior Scientist – Genetic Toxicology

AstraZeneca · Cambridge, England, GB

Job Title Senior Scientist – Genetic Toxicology Location: Cambridge Salary: competitive Introduction to role Based in our Discovery Centre on the Cambridge A...

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Job Title Senior Scientist – Genetic Toxicology Location: Cambridge: Salary: competitive: Introduction to role: Based in our Discovery Centre on the Cambridge Addenbrookes campus, this Senior Scientist role sits at the heart of Genetic Toxicology, working alongside colleagues in Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences to advance the genotoxicity assessment of new medicines. The position focuses on high-throughput imaging and screening methodologies to generate robust, decision-enabling data that informs safety assessment across drug discovery and development. Operating in a highly collaborative environment, this role combines hands-on scientific delivery, strategic assay optimisation, and data-driven insight to help shape the next generation of therapeutics. Ready to ask bold questions and follow the science? Accountabilities: Lead the design, execution, and interpretation of high-content imaging and other genotoxicity assays to support projects from early discovery through development. Drive optimisation and innovation in imaging-based and complementary genetic toxicology methodologies, enhancing throughput, robustness, and biological relevance. Apply advanced data analysis and...