Student Placement - Process Scientist/Engineer

Organon; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Organon is seeking a motivated student for a 12-month placement in our Technical Operations team. You will support the manufacture and packaging of solid dose oral products and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative pharmaceutical environment.

You will develop skills in process improvements, validations, sampling, equipment performance reviews, and supplier change assessments while contributing to product quality and compliance with GMP standards.

Qualifications

• Working towards a STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Maths).
• You will be completing a 12-month placement in your third or penultimate year of study, returning to your course afterwards.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for manufacturing and packaging of solid dose oral products.
• Assist with process improvements, validations, and sampling activities.
• Support annual product and cleaning reviews.
• Contribute to equipment performance reviews, selection, installation, and testing.
• Investigate and resolve issues from manufacturing, packaging, or lab results.
• Assess impact of supplier changes on site operations.
• Support new product introductions through technical assessment and project work.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and GMP standards.
• Complete and record GMP training; perform duties in line with training and procedures.
• Report any GMP violations or concerns affecting product safety or quality.

Skills

STEM degree

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Independent & collaborative

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

Pursuing STEM degree (BSc/MSc)

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to put your studies into practice and make a meaningful contribution from day one? During your twelve-month placement, you will join our Technical Operations team, supporting the manufacture and packaging of solid dose oral products. You’ll gain valuable, hands‑on experience in a collaborative and professional environment, helping to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical processes.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for manufacturing and packaging of solid dose oral products.


• Assist with process improvements, validations, and sampling activities.


• Support annual product and cleaning reviews.


• Contribute to equipment performance reviews, selection, installation, and testing.


• Investigate and resolve issues from manufacturing, packaging, or lab results.


• Assess impact of supplier changes on site operations.


• Support new product introductions through technical assessment and project work.


• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and GMP standards.


• Complete and record GMP training; perform duties in line with training and procedures.


• Report any GMP violations or concerns affecting product safety or quality.

Education & Skills

• Working towards a STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Maths).


• You will be looking to complete a 12-month placement in your third or penultimate year of study, returning to your course at the end of the placement.


• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.


• Able to work independently and collaboratively.


• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Secondary Job Description

Who We Are

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants.

Annualized Salary Range

Annualized Salary Range (Global)

Annualized Salary Range (Canada)

Please Note: Pay ranges are specific to local market and therefore vary from country to country.

Employee Status

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation

No relocation

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Number of Openings

1