Chemical & Biological Health Risks Specialist - Temporary

Chiesi Group; Parma; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare programs

Work-life balance initiatives

Robust relocation support

Flexible working arrangements

Tax assistance services for foreign colleagues

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company based in Parma, Italy, is seeking a candidate to support chemical and biological risks assessment and related studies. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Chemistry, Biological Science, or Engineering and possess strong English language skills. Experience in the pharmaceutical sector is preferred. The role offers competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a range of employee benefits including flexible working arrangements and relocation support. This position fosters a diverse, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Chemical or pharmaceutical companies or in Trade associations is preferred.
• Knowledge of EU REACH Regulation and Chemical and Biological Risks legislation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support chemical and biological risks assessment at CHIESI sites.
• Conduct occupational hygiene and process safety studies.

Skills

Fluent written and spoken English

Interpersonal skills

Proactive thinking

Education

Chemistry, Biological Science, Engineering degree or similar

Job description

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Global Technical Operations & Supply

Parma (Italy)

the strategic hub for the production and distribution of our products, serving as an international supply center with exports to over 80 countries. Here, solid medicines such as tablets and dry powders for inhalers, solutions and suspensions for inhalations and sterile suspension vials for endotracheal administration are produced.

In 2024, a new Biotech Centre of Excellence has launched in Parma. The new facility is dedicated to developing and producing monoclonal antibodies, enzymes, and other proteins.

Blois-La Chaussée Saint Victor plant (France)

a center of excellence specializing in the production of Dry Powder Inhalers and Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs). The site manages direct distribution to customers in the French market and exports to other markets, effectively meeting both local and international needs.

Santana de Parnaiba (Brazil)

specialized in the production of pressurized solutions and suspensions for inhalation therapy (pMDIs). Additionally, it has an area dedicated to nasal sprays for the European market. Santana produces pressurised solutions and suspensions for inhalation therapy (MDI).

In 2025, a new investment in Nerviano (Italy) has been announced with the construction of a new facility which will be primarily dedicated to manufacturing carbon minimal inhalers (reinforcing the company’s commitment to both patients’ health and sustainable healthcare solutions), dry powder inhalers and sterile biological products.

Who we are looking for

This is what you will do

The person must be able to support the chemical and biological risks assessment carried out by CHIESI sites including application of EU Regulations like REACH and CLP.

You will be responsible for

• Chemical risks assessment support
• Biological risks assessment support
• Occupational Hygiene studies support
• Process safety studies support, taking into account Seveso Directive III requirements where applicable
• Support suppliers assessment from Chemical & Biological Health Risks perspective and coordinate ad hoc audit program

You will need to have

• Education: Chemistry, Biological Science, Engineering degree or similar
• Languages: Fluent written and spoken English

We would prefer for you to have

• Experience in Chemical or pharmaceutical companies or equivalent (e.g. in Trade associations)
• Knowledge: working knowledge and understanding of the EU REACH Regulation, Chemical and Biological Risks legislation (e.g. CLP, POPs, Precursors) as well as Seveso Directive III;
• Work and think in a proactive way, interpersonal skills and ability to interact with different stakeholders

Location

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.