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Undergraduate Industrial Placement Analytical Scientist (12 months placement)

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Viatris

Sep 18

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
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AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate in chemistry or pharmaceutical sciences with analytical chemistry knowledge, lab safety awareness, IT skills, and experience in HPLC and inhalation product testing.
  • You will conduct analytical activities for respiratory products, develop testing methods, analyze data, maintain documentation and instruments, and support project delivery tasks as needed.

Requirements

  • Must be registered on an undergraduate chemistry or pharmaceutical sciences related degree program, must have completed at least 2 years of study and must not have graduated at the start of the placement.
  • Must be familiar with the basic principles of analytical chemistry
  • Must possess good IT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
  • Must be able to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • Must be able to organise tasks allocated by supervisor and plan own work to consistently achieve output of high-quality results in a timely manner, following established analytical methods and operating procedures.
  • Must have enthusiasm to work in a lab-based role
  • Must have good written and oral communication
  • Has knowledge and/or experience of modern instrumental methods of analysis, e.g., HPLC,
  • Experience or knowledge in development and testing of Inhalation Products.
  • Good understanding of laboratory safety and best practice.
  • Knowledge of cGMP

Responsibilities

  • Carry out analytical activities required to deliver new respiratory products to clinical studies and commercialisation.
  • Support the development of analytical methods used to test orally inhaled drug products such as assay, emitted dose, aerodynamic particle size analysis and dissolution.
  • Perform analyses to generate scientific understanding during development of drug product formulations, manufacturing processes and device optimisation.
  • Process data: highlight aberrant or suspect results and work with supervisor to investigate.
  • Maintain laboratory documentation in accordance with good documentation practices.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation.
  • Contribute to project delivery by carrying out other tasks as required.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Undergraduate Industrial Placement Analytical Scientist role?

The placement is for a duration of 12 months.

Which department will the placement be in?

The placement will be within the Global Respiratory Group at Viatris.

What type of experience will I gain during the placement?

You will gain invaluable laboratory experience and develop skills essential for a career in the pharmaceutical industry, including effective communication, collaborative working, and problem solving.

Do I need to be enrolled in a specific degree program to apply?

Yes, you must be registered in an undergraduate chemistry or pharmaceutical sciences related degree program and must have completed at least 2 years of study.

Are there any specific skills required for this role?

You should be familiar with the basic principles of analytical chemistry, possess good IT skills, and be able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Is previous lab experience required to apply for the placement?

While previous lab experience is not strictly required, an enthusiasm for lab-based work and knowledge of modern instrumental methods of analysis is desirable.

Will I receive mentorship during the placement?

Yes, you will be mentored by an experienced industrial supervisor through a tailored training program.

What are some of the primary responsibilities of this role?

Responsibilities include carrying out analytical activities, supporting method development, performing analyses for drug product formulations, and maintaining laboratory documentation.

Are there any benefits included with this placement?

Yes, Viatris offers competitive salaries, an emphasis on health and wellness programs, and other benefits including paid medical insurance and an employer-matched pension scheme.

Is Viatris committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Viatris places a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion as essential components of its mission.

We believe in healthcare not as it is, but as it should be

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2020
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Viatris (NASDAQ: VTRS) is a global healthcare company empowering people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life. Our differentiated portfolio includes brands, generics, and complex generics across multiple therapeutic areas. Our product diversity combined with our global scale, local approach and deep understanding of our markets allows for better access to customers and patients in more than 165 countries and territories. From our unique vantage point, we have the ability to touch all of life’s moments from acute conditions to chronic diseases. We put the person at the center of their own unique health journey. Viatris is more than a place to work, it is a place to make an impact in the world. Our culture is performance-driven, highly engaging and inclusive. We support and invest in our colleagues living, learning, growing and achieving on behalf of our mission. Four simple but powerful expectations define The Viatris Way – Own It. Be Real. Stay Agile. Take Pride. Ultimately, we know we are Stronger Together, working collaboratively and relentlessly across our company and with the broader global community, in pursuit of access. Because health matters everywhere.

Benefits

  • Retirement savings plans

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Remote and flexible work arrangements in most locations