Astex is a dynamic company striving to make an impact in the fight against cancer, CNS disorders and other major diseases. We seek to attract and retain talented individuals who are passionate about improving patient outcomes by applying their knowledge and skills to the discovery and development of innovative new therapies.
Our people can question everything and anyone in their quest to seek the truth in their research projects. By encouraging curiosity, creativity, and responsibility we aim to foster an environment in which every employee can contribute to improving the health and well-being of people everywhere.
Astex’s drug discovery research and preclinical development facilities ,and business headquarters are located in the Cambridge Science Park in Cambridge, UK.
“Since our founding in Cambridge, UK in 1999, Astex has pioneered and remains a global leader in fragment-based drug discovery. Our unwavering commitment and investment in world-class research together with our collaborations with leading scientists around the world continues to drive the discovery and development of innovative treatments with the potential to make a real difference to lives of patients and their families.”
Michelle Jones,
President and CEO, Astex Pharmaceuticals
Why Choose Astex?
Astex is proud of the dedication and passion of its employees who undertake creative research that facilitates the translation of cutting-edge science into novel drug discovery and the development of innovative therapies to treat disease.
Opportunities exist for talented and enthusiastic individuals who want to contribute to the success of the company. In return, the company offers its employees a stimulating, research-driven work environment where they may further develop their skills by supporting and working on a variety of challenging projects.
Benefits
The company offers excellent training and career development opportunities as well as highly competitive salary and benefits package.
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