Biobank Associate Principal Informatician

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

34d

About The Position

Human Biological Samples (HBS) are fundamental to medical research in the discovery, development and implementation of new treatments and diagnostics. HBS are ethically sensitive materials, and the collection, handling and access to HBS are subject to strict regulations, principles and ethical guidelines.
This role is responsible for collecting, managing, and analyzing data to derive insights and support decision-making processes.This role also owns the enterprise biobanking capability model, defining what biobanking automation, AI, and digital platforms exist, why they are needed, and how they scale across Biocentres.
AstraZeneca is committed to making a difference by fusing data and technology with scientific innovations to achieve breakthroughs. We empower our teams to explore the biology of complex diseases, making bold decisions without fear of failure. Our inclusive environment fosters collaboration across academia, biotechs, and industry, leveraging diverse global knowledge for swift impact on disease. With opportunities for continuous learning and career development, AstraZeneca is where curious minds thrive as we push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.

Requirements

• Masters degree in Bioinformatics/ Biotechnology required, PhD preferred; 2-4 years experience in automation
• Defines vision, roadmap, prioritize effective to drive growth opportunities for automation and use of AI
• Design and implement AI/ML and workflow automation for Global Biosample initiatives
• Practical experience working with large datasets and normalised database structures
• Build and lead cross functional solutions; run pilots to scaled adoption
• Research and analyses business context, users, and roadmap for assigned solutions
• Ensure Biosamples requirements are understood, critically evaluated, prioritised and addressed within the given area.
• Ability to take business requirements and translate these into technical requirements
• Networking skills, ability to interact widely and effectively both within the company (on both an interdepartmental and interdisciplinary basis) and externally
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to build strong relationships
• Experience in collaborating and sharing knowledge between teams
• 2-4 years experience in AI enabled digital platform

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and governance of biobanking informatics ecosystems to support end-to-end sample biobanking.
• Define and advance the informatics strategies for biocentre operations, enabling scalable data models, real-time operational visibility
• Advance analytics to improve samples traceability, operational efficiency, and decision-making across biobanking workflows
• Ensure robust data integrity across biobanking systems, establishing standards and controls to maintain accurate, complete, and traceable sample data across LIMS, instruments, orchestration platform and downstream analytical environments
• Enable advanced analytics and operational insights for Biocentre biobanking operations, developing frameworks for RT-monitoring, performance metrics, and predictive analytics to support data-driven decision-making, improve operational efficiency and enhance sample visibility
• Understands the processes, technology and services the study team relies on, their needs and pain points. Uses this knowledge to supply advice and guidance, removes barriers, supplies solutions and finds opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with R&D IT (Information Technology), Global Clinical Solutions, Business Process Management Office (BPMO), to govern and productize clinical operations workflows and enable real-time decisioning and predictive analytics.
• Build and lead cross functional solutions; run pilots to scaled adoption; measure ROI and operational impact.
• Research and analyses business context, users, and roadmap for assigned solutions
• Ensure customer requirements are understood, critically evaluated, prioritised and addressed within the given area.

Benefits

• Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles.
• Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level