Research and Development Graduate Scientist - Bioscience Review
at AstraZeneca
Graduate Scheme
Pharmaceutical, Research, Science
Cambridge
Review Submitted: August 2026
Overall Rating
4.9 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of the Role
4.8/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at AstraZeneca?
My experience at AstraZeneca has been fantastic. I have felt well supported by both my rotational teams and my graduate scheme manager. The scheme offers numerous opportunities for personal and professional development, while remaining flexible and tailored to the needs and interests of each individual.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
My first rotation was wet-lab based within the formulation team. My main responsibilities involved developing and extending my knowledge of a range of analytical and screening techniques, including size-exclusion chromatography, capillary gel electrophoresis, and buffer exchange. I particularly enjoyed developing my skills in experimental design, problem-solving, and troubleshooting, as well as working within a cohesive and supportive laboratory environment.
My current rotation is dry-lab based, with a focus on computational work. I have been supporting model development for in vivo studies. Although I had no prior modelling experience, I have felt well supported and encouraged to develop my skills in this new area. This rotation has also provided a valuable opportunity to expand my understanding of the preclinical research space.
My current rotation is dry-lab based, with a focus on computational work. I have been supporting model development for in vivo studies. Although I had no prior modelling experience, I have felt well supported and encouraged to develop my skills in this new area. This rotation has also provided a valuable opportunity to expand my understanding of the preclinical research space.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate AstraZeneca initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate AstraZeneca CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The company provides a supportive and collaborative working environment, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful work while continuing to develop both personally and professionally. In particular, the graduate scheme offers exposure to different areas of the organisation, alongside guidance and support tailored to individual interests and development needs.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Having knowledge and awareness of the company's values is really essential, particularly at the assessment centre stage.
Undergraduate Industrial Placement Student - Analytical Chemistry
at AstraZeneca
- Placement (10 Months+)
- Macclesfield
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4.6
