Who we are

We are more than 65,000 people in over 100 countries. Our aim is simple: to positively impact lives, together. Using the power of science and innovation, our people improve the impact medicine has on patients. Together, we explore the limitless world of science through our impressive product pipeline and we take our understanding of many therapeutic areas to a whole new level by seeking new treatments.

With such essential, life-changing work being undertaken across the world, the range of roles we offer is extensive. From Clinical Development, Regulatory and Medical Affairs, to Finance, Manufacturing and Supply, our opportunities cover many disciplines. Here, you can explore the full potential of science while building a career that means more to you and our patients.

What we do

We make medicines that change people’s lives. We explore new areas of medical science to find even better ways of treating illnesses. We’re passionate about our goal and, together, we take a step closer to finding new medicines every day.

We’re a rare breed: a full-service BioPharmaceutical company that uses technology at every stage – from pipeline to production. Working throughout the medicine life cycle, we work across everything from drug discovery right through to drug delivery. This dedication to the entire process helps us ensure our patients receive the right medicine that improves their lives and makes way for a better future.

Why you should join

Are you ready to change lives for the better? To go beyond the normal nine to five to reach innovative goals? And to push the boundaries of scientific research for the future? Whether you’re a scientist, supply chain specialist or sales expert, when you join AstraZeneca, you take on the opportunity to develop life-changing medicines that impact millions of people every day. Shape your career with us and take on an industry-altering challenge. Explore your potential with new ideas, lifelong learning, and a team that will help you grow. Welcome to AstraZeneca.

Our company

We are a global, science-led biopharmaceutical business and our innovative medicines are used by millions of patients worldwide.

Our organization

Our business is organized to deliver our strategic priorities sustainably, supporting continued scientific innovation and commercial success. We focus on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines in Oncology and Biopharmaceuticals, including Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism, and Respiratory & Immunology.

Biopharmaceuticals

We want to transform healthcare, change the lives of billions of people for the better and address some of the biggest healthcare challenges facing humankind. Our ambition is to stop the progress of these often degenerative, debilitating, and life-threatening conditions, achieve remission, and one day cure them.

Oncology

We are leading a revolution in oncology to redefine cancer care. We have a bold ambition to provide cures for cancer in every form. We are following the science to understand cancer and all its complexities to discover develop and deliver life-changing treatments and increase the potential to save the lives of people around the world.

Our purpose and values

Our purpose and values help explain why we exist, what we hope to accomplish, the behaviours we value, how we will achieve our goals, and the promise of our brand to our stakeholders.

We push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.

Our purpose underpins everything we do. It gives us a reason to come to work every day. It reminds us why we exist as a company. It helps us deliver benefits to patients and create value for shareholders. It also sets the context for our employees’ activities and the roles of our teams, partners and other collaborators.

We follow the science. We put patients first. We play to win. We do the right thing. We are entrepreneurial.

Our values determine how we work together and the behaviors that are integral to our drive for success. Our values guide our decision making, define our beliefs and foster a strong AstraZeneca culture.