Chemistry Degree Apprentice

TipTopJob; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceuticals is looking for two Apprentices to join their Technical Team in Hatfield. This role involves supporting process development and validation, contributing to improvements, and providing technical support. The apprenticeship offers foundational knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, with opportunities for study and development.

Benefits

Electric vehicle charging points

Discretionary bonus

Free onsite parking

Subsidized restaurant and coffee shop

Learning and development opportunities

Retail discounts

Well-being and mental health programs

Multi-faith prayer room

Qualifications

• Entry criteria include 104 UCAS points and relevant qualifications.
• GCSEs in English and Maths required.

Responsibilities

• Support process development and validation projects.
• Investigate issues and implement solutions.
• Provide technical support across teams.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Research

Education

A levels (including Chemistry)

BTEC National award

Access to Science course

Level 3 apprenticeship

GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4/C

Job description

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (Hybrid: likely 3/4 days in the office)

Salary: Starting at GBP 22,495 per annum, increasing annually with successful completion.

Our client, a global leader in research-based pharmaceuticals specializing in neurology and oncology, is committed to prioritizing patients and improving healthcare benefits worldwide.

The Role

They are seeking two Apprentices to join their Technical Team at the manufacturing site in Hatfield, UK. The team focuses on process development, validation, and artwork related to their products.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting process development and validation projects in manufacturing and packaging.
• Investigating issues and implementing solutions.
• Contributing to continuous site improvements.
• Providing technical support across teams.

Ideal candidates enjoy:

• Understanding how and why things work.
• Applying theoretical knowledge to projects.
• Learning from failures and analyzing root causes.
• Teamwork and problem-solving.
• Researching and implementing new technologies.
• Working meticulously and documenting findings.

Role Requirements

Applicants must meet the entry criteria for the degree course, which includes 104 UCAS points from:

• A levels (including Chemistry)
• BTEC National award
• Access to Science course
• Level 3 apprenticeship
• Relevant experience, including voluntary activities

Additionally, GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4/C or equivalent are required.

Benefits

• Electric vehicle charging points
• Discretionary bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidized restaurant and coffee shop
• Learning and development opportunities
• Retail discounts
• Well-being and mental health programs
• Multi-faith prayer room

The role is based at the EMEA Knowledge Centre, the company's EU headquarters, offering an inclusive and collaborative environment.

Apprenticeship Details

This program provides foundational knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, including drug development, manufacturing, and testing. It offers a pathway to various careers in the industry. 20% of the time will be dedicated to studying for a BSc (Hons) in Science (Chemistry Pathway) with Manchester Metropolitan University, including residential stays and virtual learning.

If interested, please apply through their website: careers.eisai.net.