Senior Scientist Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am a Senior Scientist specialising in Materials Science. I am responsible for materials aspects of pharmaceutical projects in late stage development which includes analysis of experimental data and risk assessment of materials used within formulations.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have learnt how to code using Python and use this in the data analysis aspect of my job.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

8/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

7/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

9/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They genuinely care about their employees and there is an open culture at work where I feel comfortable to discuss any issues I may be having.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?

Ensure that you are aware of the AstraZeneca values and think about what they mean to you as a person both inside and outside of the workplace.