Pharmacology Undergraduate Research Placement

649 Zihipp Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional mentorship

Volunteering leave (up to 5 days/year)

Job summary

Pfizer UK is offering a Pharmacology Undergraduate placement for 2027/2028 within the Internal Medicine Innovation Centre. You will assist in vivo research, animal care, and data generation under supervision.

Your role includes welfare-led supervision, protocol adherence, and contributing to team projects, with mentorship and opportunities to develop professional networks. The placement starts 1st September 2027 and runs for 12 months.

Qualifications

• Currently studying for an undergraduate degree (BSc or higher) in Pharmacology, Physiology, Animal Science, or related life science.
• Home Office Personal Licence holder or willing to obtain one.
• Hands-on experience in handling animals and supporting high welfare standards.

Responsibilities

• Support in vivo research activities with animal care and welfare central to your work.
• Follow approved protocols and SOPs, prioritising animal welfare.
• Assist with ELISAs or biological assays to support study outcomes.
• Gain experience running in vitro potency assays for biologics.
• Contribute to team meetings and training to build knowledge and network.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree in Pharmacology/Physiology/Animal Science

Job description

Pfizer UK is offering a Pharmacology Undergraduate placement for 2027/2028 within the Internal Medicine Innovation Centre. You will assist in vivo research, animal care, and data generation under supervision.

Your role includes welfare-led supervision, protocol adherence, and contributing to team projects, with mentorship and opportunities to develop professional networks. The placement starts 1st September 2027 and runs for 12 months.