AstraZeneca AG

Sector

Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals - Pharmaceuticals

Location:

Baar

Established in

1976

Employees

160

Website

www.astrazeneca.com

Certified

We introduce ourselves

In Switzerland our team consists of 120 talented employees who coordinate corporate activities in Switzerland in the areas of Medical, Sales, Marketing, Market Access, Finance & Business Support and Human Resources. Our location in Baar is also the regional headquarters of the "Oncology", "Biopharma" and "International" divisions, for which 40 additional employees work in Switzerland. We all share the same passion: we want to make an important contribution to improving the health of a large number of patients. In doing so, we value enthusiasm, a "can do" attitude, diversity, team spirit, high ethical standards and continuous personal development.

Awards

Certified Employers 2020 - March

Best Workplaces in Switzerland 2020 - Medium (50-249 employees)

Rank 7

Best Workplaces in Switzerland 2019 - Medium (50-249 employees)

Rank 11

Certified Employers 2019 - March

Best Workplaces in Switzerland 2018 - Medium (50-249 employees)

Rank 20

98 %

When you join the organisation, you are made to feel welcome.

95 %

Our facilities contribute to a good working environment.

98 %

This is a friendly place to work.

95 %

Management has a clear view of where the organisation is going and how to get there.

98 %

People here are treated fairly regardless of their race or ethnic origin.

90 %

I feel I make a difference here.

What defines us

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.

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.

From biological scientists to marketing and financial experts, coming up with the right solutions for the right challenges to drive the next wave of science is a true cross-functional team effort. With five values to guide us, our unique perspectives and ideas always stay true to the goals we have set ourselves.

Our people follow these values because they believe in what they stand for:

We follow the science

We put patients first

We play to win

We do the right thing

We are entrepreneurial

What inspires us

At AstraZeneca we believe in the potential of our people and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible.

We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us.

AstraZeneca and MedImmune, our global biologics research and development arm, have again been voted one of the top science employers worldwide in the prestigious Science 2018 Top Employers Survey.

The survey is carried out each year among employees in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and biotechnology industries across the globe to find out which are the best places to work and why.

What sets us apart?

Respondents in the anonymised survey highlighted the company’s respect for employees, a work culture aligned with employee values and a company that is socially responsible as the top three driving characteristics.

Executive management comment

”At AstraZeneca, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We know what’s possible with a talented and diverse team that believes in what science can do. We are committed to ensuring that everyone who chooses to work for our company can achieve their full potential, give their best and make a valued contribution to the enterprise. Together we perform as one team. We value inclusion and diversity and are building a culture of lifelong learning and development to support our company move forward and prepare for the future.”

Andrea Mugan

Country President AstraZeneca Switzerland

Career and jobs

Application tips

We are AstraZeneca, one of the world’s most forward-thinking and connected BioPharmaceutical companies. With a strong purpose, an even stronger bond between each of our people and a science-led, patient-first attitude, we’re changing the future of medicine and the impact it can have on lives across the globe. Are you ready for a challenge?

Our ideal candidate is seeking to breaking new ground in science. This requires our ideal candidate is seeking to breaking new ground in science. This requires passionate and committed teams.

Whether the candidate is a scientist, a subject expert or a professional, when he/she joins AstraZeneca, he/she will help us to develop life-changing medicines that will make a difference to millions of lives. It doesn’t matter in which capacity we serve – everyone at AstraZeneca is dedicated to innovation, discovery, honesty, education and improving patient health.

Our company values also play an important role in our recruitment process. We conduct behavioural based interviews and review each candidate against the same criteria.

Our AZ values are:

- We follow the science

- We put patients first

- We are entrepreneurial

- We play to win

- We do the right thing

Our great workplace

We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions.

As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

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