Laboratory Sciences Apprentice - Durham, NC - Expression of Interest (Evergreen)

Program Overview

• Laboratory Sciences Apprentice
• Durham, NC
• Expression of Interest (Evergreen) This is a 2-year apprenticeship program registered with the US Department of Labor.

Join AstraZeneca's Durham, NC site as a full-time Laboratory Scientist Apprentice and embark on a groundbreaking journey in pharmaceutical development. Our program offers a blend of paid, hands-on experience and structured learning through in-house training and classroom instruction at Durham Technical Community College. Why join?

Earn while you learn:

Pursue your associate degree while earning a competitive salary, with benefits including healthcare coverage and paid time off.

Learn on the job:

Apply classroom learning to your day-to-day work, building in-demand skills with the support of experienced journeyworkers and mentors.

Achieve an apprenticeship credential:

Complete the program with a portable, nationally recognized apprenticeship certificate.

Receive tuition support:

AstraZeneca funds associate degree courses once you are enrolled in the program (not retroactive to prior coursework).

Make a real impact:

Be part of teams that create meaningful change

• not just for AstraZeneca, but for people across the globe who rely on our medicines.

Role Overview As an AstraZeneca apprentice, you will be a full-time employee and receive pay for both on-the-job training and academic coursework. A typical schedule includes 24-32 hours per week onsite at AstraZeneca, with the remaining hours spent in classes at Durham Technical Community College, based on the academic calendar. Hours are typically Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work based on production needs. You will join the Analytical Development team, supporting analytical chemistry laboratories and performing testing and studies that help ensure the quality of medicines produced onsite in Durham and across our global network.

What you will do:

Support day-to-day laboratory operations, including ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, conducting instrument checks, managing samples and materials, and maintaining visual dashboards for lab readiness Prepare solutions and samples, and perform routine analytical testing Assist with analytical method development and laboratory studies Maintain accurate documentation and data in compliance with cGMP requirements Contribute to continuous improvement activities to enhance laboratory efficiency What you will learn: Chromatographic techniques and HPLC/UPLC and data systems (e.g., Empower) cGMP laboratory practices and quality standards in a regulated environment Use of electronic lab notebooks, and digital and AI-enabled tools Application of Lean principles and continuous improvement in daily work Education & Coursework AstraZeneca partners with Durham Technical Community College to provide classroom instruction and laboratory training as part of the apprenticeship. Coursework supports the development of core scientific and technical skills, and successful completion of the associate degree is required to earn the apprenticeship certificate. Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (must be earned by start date)
• 0 years of related work experience required
• Willingness to complete a 30-minute online assessment
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods
• Proficiency in English (ability to read, write, and understand documents)
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to commute to AstraZeneca site and Durham Technical Community College Preferred Qualifications Currently enrolled in an Associate degree program in a science-related field Currently enrolled in or have completed General Chemistry I and/or II (or equivalent coursework) Application Process Applicants must complete a 30-minute, multiple-choice online assessment.

You will receive the assessment within two weeks of applying and will have five days to complete it. If selected, in-person panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of [TBD].

Applications Open:

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Applications Close:

[TBD] Apprentice Standards Before applying, please review and download our apprenticeship standards and appendix (link). #EarlyTalent Voluntary Disability Disclosure Form As sponsors of a registered apprenticeship program, we are committed to equal opportunity for all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. To support this effort, we invite you to voluntarily disclose whether you currently have or have had a disability (link). Your response is confidential and will not impact your application. EEOC Pledge AstraZeneca will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. AstraZeneca will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30. Date Posted 13-Apr-2026 Closing Date 12-Apr-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. 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.