Scientist - RC Discovery Biology

AstraZeneca • Hamilton, ON

2d • CA$82,378 - CA$108,121 • Onsite

About The Position

Fusion Pharmaceuticals, a member of the AstraZeneca Group, is advancing next generation radio conjugates as precision medicines for cancer. By combining Fusion’s deep radiopharmaceutical expertise with AstraZeneca’s global scale and reach, we are working to translate bold science into meaningful outcomes for patients. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, innovation-driven team at the forefront of oncology research. We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on Scientist, Bioscience to support portfolio programs through model development, mechanism of action studies, assay development, and in vitro characterization of radio conjugates. This role is ideal for a strong laboratory scientist who thrives in a fast-paced research environment and enjoys working across subject areas to generate high-quality data that advances discovery and development programs. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, execution, analysis, and reporting of a broad range of cellular, molecular, and biochemical assays. Working closely with cross-functional colleagues in biology, chemistry, and radiochemistry, this individual will help build robust in vitro capabilities to support target evaluation, candidate profiling, and translational decision-making across the portfolio.

Requirements

• MSc. with at least 2 years or B.Sc. with at least 5 years of post-graduate academic or industry experience in Molecular/Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, or related field
• Hands-on academic or industry experience in a laboratory-based biology role supporting vitro research.
• Demonstrated experience with biochemical and cell biology methods such as cell culture, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, ELISA, and western blotting.
• Experience developing, optimizing, and performing cell-based and biochemical assays.
• Demonstrated safe handling of chemical and biohazardous materials

Nice To Haves

• Experience in handling radioisotopes is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and optimize mammalian cell culture systems to support candidate profiling and biological evaluation.
• Design and perform experiments to characterize radioconjugates and investigate biological activity.
• Apply methods such as immunohistochemistry (IHC), flow cytometry, ELISA, western blotting, and related assays to generate high-quality experimental data.
• Support the development, optimization, validation, and troubleshooting of new in vitro assays to address evolving project and platform needs.
• Analyze, interpret, and clearly communicate experimental findings through reports, presentations, and team discussions.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and well-organized laboratory records with strong attention to data quality and integrity.
• Work effectively with biologists, chemists, radiochemists, and other scientific colleagues to support project achievements and team objectives.
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practice, Safety, Health and Environment standards and all other relevant internal AstraZeneca standards and external regulations.

Benefits

• Annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity
• Eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role)
• Competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program
• 4 weeks’ paid vacation
• Annual Personal Days
• Contract Benefits Program (for Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions excluding students)

What This Job Offers

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