Senior Scientist Review

by AstraZeneca

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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.

Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Science

Macclesfield

May 2022

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