Chemistry Degree Apprentice

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (Hybrid – likely 3/4 days in the office)

Salary: Starting salary is £22,495 per annum but will increase year on year in line with successful completion each year.  

Our client is a global leading research-based pharmaceutical company working in the neurology and oncology therapeutic areas and they define their corporate concept as "to give first thought to patients and the people in the daily living domain and increase the benefits that health care provides to them as well as meet diverse healthcare needs worldwide". 

The Role

They are looking for two Apprentices to join their Technical Team based within the leading Manufacturing site in Hatfield, UK. The Technical Team is a broad function focusing on process development & validation as well as artwork relating to their products that are manufactured & packaged at the site. 

The role will see you involved in: 

• Supporting process development & validation projects in manufacturing & packaging. 
• Assisting with investigating of issues and implementing solutions. 
• Supporting continuous improvement of their site. 
• Providing technical knowledge & support to other teams on site. 

They are looking for individuals who enjoy the following:

• Understanding the details behind how and why things work.  
• Applying their learnings from theories to deliver a project. 
• Trying new things and when things go wrong/see it as a learning opportunity by critically analysing a situation and using tools and techniques to find the root cause of problems. 
• Working with other people as a team and problem solving.  
• Researching, understanding and implementing new technologies. 
• Working in a detail driven environment and documenting their findings.

Role Requirements

To apply for this apprenticeship, you will need to meet the entry requirement of the degree course which requires 104 UCAS points from: 

• A-levels (Must include Chemistry)
• An appropriate BTEC National award 
• A recognised Access to Science course 
• An appropriate Level 3 apprenticeship programme 
• Relevant experience, including experience gained from voluntary activities. 
• You will also need GCSE in English (language or literature) and maths at grade 4/C, or equivalent qualifications 

Benefits

• Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles 
• Discretionary Bonus 
• Free onsite parking 
• Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop 
• Learning and development opportunities 
• Retail discounts 
• Well-being & mental health awareness programmes  
• Multi-faith prayer room 
• You will also be based out of their excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is their EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment. 

Apprenticeship Information

This apprenticeship will give the apprentice a good grounding and understanding of the pharmaceutical industry from the development and formulation of drugs, how drugs function in the body, commercial manufacturing and laboratory testing. This foundation will open options for the apprentice to pursue multiple careers within the industry. The classroom learning will be supported by performing a job within the manufacturing technical team where the apprentice can put their learning into practice.  

As part of this apprenticeship role, 20% of your time will be focused on studying for a BSc (Hons) Scientist (Chemistry Pathway) which will be completed through block learning and virtual learning. You will study with Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) and will take part in both residential stays (9 days in year one) and distance (virtual) learning.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://careers.eisai.net/job/Chemistry-Degree-Apprentice/1159477301/

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