Careers

At AstraZeneca, we want to unlock your potential and inspire you to be your best, challenging you to expand your horizons, extend your knowledge, and grow to your fullest
Careers at AstraZeneca Australia and New Zealand

What we do

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of diseases in four therapy areas – Oncology; Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM); Respiratory & Immunology (R&I); and Rare Disease.

We build our own capabilities by collaborating with world-renowned scientists and academic institutions, and partner with like-minded, science-led companies.

At AstraZeneca Australia, we have been working to deliver the best value to patients for more than 60 years, and we push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.

Why join us?

Our employees told us why they love it here and we know you will too. Because here you can . . .

 

Unlock your best

You’ll be challenged and supported to grow – learning from inspiring leadership and exceptional teams who believe in the power of science to make a difference. Every day you will broaden your horizons and skills, finding opportunities to take the initiative and build a meaningful career. This is a place with life-long learning and opportunity at the core, which fosters rewarding and career-defining work.

 

 

Thrive with committed leaders

Our leadership style is progressive. Resolutely committed to our collective success, leaders foster high performance and strong team connections, aware of different ways of working and the need for work-life balance.

 

 

Speak up and be genuinely seen and heard

Our success depends on everyone being able to contribute proactively, so bring your voice and make your mark. Valued by both leadership and your peers – you will be heard, asked to share your ideas, and actively collaborate. Everyone is encouraged to speak up and give opinions freely. The company actively listens to and acts on these, and this ethos means that every individual holds real autonomy across the business.

 

Be part of a diverse and inclusive environment

 

Our aim is to create an inclusive workplace and a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the patients we serve, incorporating cultural understanding and ultimately stimulating an atmosphere where you feel you belong.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating an inclusive, safe, and mutually respectful environment for every employee. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live. We celebrate differences and believe that the more diverse we are, the stronger our organisation will be.

Some of the Inclusion & Diversity initiatives we are really proud of include:

 

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

These groups represent the diversity of our people. Our employees are encouraged to join the ERGs of interest. It's a great way to be involved with something you feel passionately about, to share your experiences, to learn more about how to be an active ally, or simply get to know others within the organisation.

 

WGEA Accreditation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). As an organization we stand with confidence in our gender equality initiatives including pay equity, leadership development programs, and zero tolerance for gender-based harassment. This achievement exemplifies our commitment to building high-performing, inclusive, and diverse teams that collaborate across our enterprise, aligned to our values and strategic priority of being a Great Place to Work.

 

AWEI Accreditation

AstraZeneca is committed to equality in the workplace, and recognises the unique challenges faced by the LGBTIQA+ community. We are passionate about ensuring people feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work - including their sexuality and gender identity. We are proud that AstraZeneca Australia is recognised as a Gold Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI).

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Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan

At AstraZeneca we are committed to making a tangible difference in the nation’s reconciliation journey by facilitating meaningful relationships built on the pillars of respect and awareness between our organisation and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

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Our employee benefits

 

At AstraZeneca our priority is that our people feel healthy, safe and motivated. Just as we follow the science in the development of our medicines, we take the same science-based approach to wellbeing across three core areas - Physical Wellbeing, Mental Wellbeing and Financial Wellbeing

Physical wellbeing

 

We are committed to the provision of support services, to support recovery and maitenance of lifelong health, in addition to our occupational health program

 

Flu vaccination

Discounted health insurance premium through corporate benefits offerings

Ergonomics assessments

Fully subsidised gym membership in partnership with Macquarie University Sports & Aquatic Centre (MUSAC)*

 

*Available to NSW based employees only

Mental wellbeing

 

We are committed to the promotion of mental health wellbeing and prevention and support of mental health conditions, through our risk management framework and the provision of support services for workers

 

Flexible working policy

Superior Employee Assistance Program

Mental Health First-Aiders

Competitive AZ Sponsored employee-friendly leave policies

Financial wellbeing

 

We are committed to prevention and support of workers experiencing financial hardship, through education and the provision of support services

 

Fully subsidised Salary Continuance Insurance

Salary Sacrifice - Novated Lease

Salary Sacrifice - Superannuation

Competitive Education Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Current opportunities

Visit our Careers Page to view our current opportunities at AstraZeneca Australia and New Zealand.

To view opportunities available at Alexion - AstraZeneca Rare Disease, please visit Alexion Careers Page.

Our Process

At AstraZeneca we always do it in the right way – ethics, compliance and transparency are front and center of everything we do, and our recruitment process reflects this.

Click here for some useful application hints & tips.