Senior Scientist Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.6/10

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

Biomarker development, Immuno-assays, project planning, data interpretation and data visualisation

8/10

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

Yes, biological analytical skills.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the programme .although I have just started, I am looking forward to the advanced sections of the course.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is well structured

8/10

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

Well supported

8/10

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

Well supported

7/10

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

I am hoping the training will start improving my data analysis skills in the coming months.

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.)

Most have been suspended due to pandemic

7/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great work life balance and opportunities

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

Interview process is average, but the main experience and opportunities present themeselves on the job. Interaction with many projects and stakeholders really expands the breadth of knowledge.