Chemistry Placement Student

Job title:

Chemistry Placement Student

Company

Almac Group

Job description

Who We Are:Almac Group is a global leader in advancing human health. We provide a range of expert services across the drug development lifecycle to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, supporting them in finding treatments for patients.Description:Chemistry Placement StudentHours: 37.5 hours per weekRef No: HRJOB10090Business Unit: Almac SciencesLocation: CraigavonOpen To: Students Currently studying a Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry MSci degree, with successful completion of their third year by the end of this academic year.Contract: This placement will run for 12 months, over the 2025/26 academic yearThe RoleWorking as part of the Chemistry team, based in our global headquarters in Craigavon, you will be responsible for the development of chemical processes to allow successful manufacture of drug substance to support toxicology, clinical trials, and commercial supply.You will carry out assigned practical chemistry and analysis project work, under supervision, and will support the day to day running of the chemistry labs.We have 5 exciting placement opportunities across our team within the following disciplines,

• Peptide Chemistry

• Physical Sciences Chemistry

• Biocatalysis/ Custom & Flow Chemistry

• Process Development Chemistry (2x)

This is an excellent opportunity for talented chemists to join a growing team, solving exciting scientific challenges.To assist in both your academic and professional career progression, you will have the opportunity to learn from our in-house experts.Essential Criteria· Currently studying an MSci in Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry, with successful completion of their third year by the end of this academic yearDesirable Criteria(The following criteria may be applied if a large pool of applicants exists)· An overall result of ≥60% from your previous academic year· Previous laboratory experience within industry or educational institutionClosing Date: Friday 08 November 2024 at 5pmPlease note: Applications from students in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Queen’s University Belfast are automatically considered for the Almac McKervey Award for Excellence in Organic Chemistry, a commemoration to the life and work of one of Ireland’s most distinguished scientists, Professor Tony McKervey. The Almac McKervey Award includes a £1,500 bursary towards tuition fees, in addition to a paid twelve-month placement.Skills and attributes:

• Chemistry
• peptide chemistry
• flow chemistry
• placement student
• Biocatalysis

Expected salary

Location

Craigavon, Co Armagh

Job date

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 23:04:20 GMT

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