Quality Science Graduate Programme, Ware, UK, 2026

WISE Campaign; Ware; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is offering a Quality Science Graduate Programme in Ware, aimed at graduates in Biological Sciences. Participants will engage in cross-functional projects and tailored training, developing essential skills in pharmaceutical manufacturing within a collaborative team environment. The program starts in September 2026 and includes multiple benefits such as a competitive salary and private healthcare insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual bonus

Relocation allowance

Private healthcare insurance

Employee recognition programs

Volunteering days

Technical and soft skills training

Qualifications

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Passion for science and a quality mindset.
• Experience or knowledge in pharmaceutical manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage in cross-functional projects and rotations.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Develop technical expertise through hands-on experience.
• Collaborate to introduce new products and testing methods.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

GSK Quality Science Graduate Programme UK, 2026. Help us get ahead of disease together.

Education required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry (preferably with Biology modules), or a related field of study.

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English.

Location: Ware

Expected start date: September 2026

Application information

You can apply to only one GSK Graduate Programme in the UK.

Application deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the role will close once enough relevant applications are received. Apply as soon as possible.

Assessment Centre Date: November/December 2025

About the programme

Within our Global Supply Chain (GSC) business, we manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs. The programme offers two years of rotations to develop technical, quality, and operational skills within GSK’s manufacturing and quality environments.

The two-year rotational programme is designed to prepare you for future quality, operational, and technical roles within GSK’s Global Supply Chain.

What you’ll do

• Cross-Functional Exposure: Spend time at your home site, working on cross-functional projects and rotations to deepen your expertise and knowledge of the business.
• Kaizen Assignment: Short-term breadth assignment, potentially including global-focused opportunities, to expand skills beyond your home site.
• Tailored Training: Role-specific training with a generous training budget and access to resources.
• Professional & Personal Growth: Develop technical expertise through hands-on experience in a supportive environment.
• Regulatory Insight: Build knowledge of industry regulations and compliance in a highly regulated environment.
• Hands-On Lab Experience: Work in quality testing laboratories and gain experience with analytical techniques, raw materials, finished products, sterility, and environmental testing.
• Quality Systems & Analytics: Understand quality systems and apply GSK quality standards in deviations, CAPA, change control, and documentation.
• Risk and Compliance: Develop understanding of risk management and compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with teams across manufacturing, quality, technical services, and supply chain to introduce new products and testing methods.
• Sustainability focus: Work on projects focused on sustainability, waste reduction, and green lab initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to performance improvement projects using DMAIC and Lean Six Sigma techniques.

What we’re looking for

• Technical Aptitude: Passion for science and a quality mindset with interest in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Growth mindset, innovative thinking, and ability to simplify complex processes.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical, organized, detail-oriented.
• Adaptability: Flexible and able to perform under pressure and embrace change.
• Collaborative Approach: Team player with strong communication skills.
• Self-Motivation: Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn and develop.
• Resilience: Ability to perform under pressure and adapt to change.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with annual bonus based on company performance.
• Relocation allowance (eligibility confirmed after location is set).
• Employee recognition programs.
• Wellbeing platform access and confidential 24/7 helpline, health screenings, and financial wellbeing support.
• Private healthcare insurance with 24-hour online GP access.
• Salary sacrifice options for identity protection, long-term care insurance, home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Share save plan option and long-term incentives linked to company performance.
• Employee Resource Groups and TalNet communities for development and networking.
• Two volunteering days per year (Together Days).
• Technical and soft skills training through coaching and mentoring.

Application and process notes

After submitting your application, you may be invited to complete the GSK Digital Assessment to demonstrate skills through exercises. For questions, contact [e-mail].

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support agile working and provide reasonable adjustments in the process where needed.

For more information about GSK careers, visit our website.

Expiry

– This description does not indicate the role is closed.