12 Month University Industrial Placement Student: Oncology DMPK

About the Company

Responsibilities

• ● Learn and perform in-vitro experiments to investigate the ADME properties of drug candidates and report results back to the DMPK project lead.
• ● Deliver quantitative bioanalysis of in-vivo pharmacokinetic studies
• ● Design and carry out studies to understand the mechanisms of metabolism and disposition of drug candidates.
• ● Conduct a bespoke set of studies relating to a DMPK portfolio issue as a stand-alone piece of research.

Requirements

• ● Currently undertaking an undergraduate or integrated master's degree within a chemical or biological discipline with the opportunity to spend 1 year in industry starting in September 2027
• ● A passion for experimental laboratory science
• ● Strong planning and organisation skills
• ● Ability to see opportunities, learn, and apply that learning to drive innovation
• ● Good collaboration and teamworking skills
• ● Confident in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders
• ● Some knowledge of DMPK is desirable but not essential. All the training on the different assays and associated analytical technologies such as mass spectrometry will be provided by the oncology DMPK ADME Team
• ● To support your application, please include a cover letter highlighting any scholarships, publications, lab experience or extracurricular activities demonstrating leadership and teamwork. Your cover letter should be included in the same document as your CV, and the uploaded file should be named in the format Surname, First name.
• ● Applications Open: 4th September 2026
• ● Applications Close: 2nd October 2026
• ● Assessment Day: 24th November 2026
• ● Start Date: 6th September 2027
• ● This position is a 12-month fixed term contract.
• ● AstraZeneca is proud to be ranked as a Top 100 'Best Student Employer' in the UK by RateMyPlacement. Browse our reviews here ( link )
• ● 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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
• ● Date Posted 04-Sept-2026
• ● Closing Date 02-Oct-2026