CompAZ Program 2026 at AstraZeneca

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Biomarker-Driven Drug Development, Oncology, Tumor Molecular Biology, Biomarker Diagnostics, Python, Power BI, Artificial Intelligence, Drug Discovery, Project Management, R&D Finance, Alliance Management, Scientific Communication, Presentation Skills, Collaboration

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Shape the Future of Precision Medicine: Join the CompAZ 2026 Cohort 🧬 We are AstraZeneca — a global, scienceled, patientfocused biopharmaceutical company shaping the future of medicine. With a strong purpose and a deeply connected culture, we empower our people to push boundaries and turn bold ideas into life-changing solutions. Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Our flagship CompAZ Program in Warsaw is back! We are looking for early-career innovators ready to dive deep into biomarker-driven drug development. If you're passionate about biomarkers and drug discovery, this is the flagship development program you’ve been waiting for. Join the 2026 cohort and start your journey with AstraZeneca. What is CompAZ? CompAZ is a 5-month development journey combining science, digital innovation, business skills, and hands-on project experience. The program brings together 20 participants — 10 AstraZeneca talents and 10 students from Warsaw based universities — to learn, collaborate and contribute to the future of precision drug development. You will be surrounded by a collaborative, inclusive community where curiosity is welcome, questions are encouraged, and learning becomes a shared experience. Participants often describe CompAZ as “more than a program — a meaningful journey that leaves a real imprint.” You will engage in expert-led lectures, workshops, and real-world project work across key areas such as: 🔬 Scientific & Medical Foundations Master the core of oncology. You’ll dive deep into tumor molecular biology and learn how biomarker diagnostics drive modern medicine. 💻 The Digital Edge Bridge the gap between biology and technology. We provide hands-on Python and Power BI workshops, teaching you to apply AI in drug discovery. You’ll even step into the future by building your own AI agents. 🧭 Strategic Business Operations Get under the hood of late-stage oncology project management and master the R&D finance and alliance management skills needed to bring a drug to market. 🎤 Communication & Soft Skills Great science needs a great voice. Sharpen your scientific communication and presentation skills through collaborative group projects and expert consultations. Program Format & Time Commitment Location: AstraZeneca Warsaw, Postępu 14 Language: English Duration: October – February (approx. 2 hours/week) Includes a 2 day intensive session in December Who can apply? Undergraduate or PhD students (AY 2026/2027) Life sciences / medical science background Strong interest in precision medicine and drug development Recruitment Timeline Applications close: 18 April Shortlisting & interviews: early May Final decisions: end of May Program kick-off: early October Why join CompAZ? Access cutting-edge knowledge in precision medicine Learn directly from AZ scientists, leaders, and industry experts Build real-world skills in AI, project management, and scientific communication Collaborate cross functionally with diverse teams Join a strong community of future scientific innovators Here, you will find the freedom to ask questions, stretch your capabilities, and grow — both professionally and personally. Join our live applicant webinar on 10 April at 11:00 AM to explore the curriculum, meet the team, and get your questions answered—save the date and join the meeting using this link: https://qr.short.az/compAZwebinar. Ready to shape the future of precision medicine? Submit your application and start your journey with AstraZeneca. Date Posted 19-mar-2026 Closing Date 18-kwi-2026 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. 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.

Responsibilities

Participants will engage in a 5-month development journey combining science, digital innovation, and business skills through expert-led lectures, workshops, and real-world project work across oncology and drug development areas. Key activities include mastering oncology foundations, learning Python and AI application in drug discovery, and developing strategic business operations skills.