Undergraduate Industrial Placement Student- Biophysics, In vitro Biology Department
A Pharmaron placement will provide you with the opportunity gain work experience in a pharmaceutical research environment and help you enhance your career prospects. If you have an interest in drug discovery and want to learn more about biophysical methods contribution to the future medicine development form highly skilled scientists, then apply for 12-month placement starting in summer 2026.
As part of the placement, you will work closely with your supervisor to plan and carry out experiments to support early stages of drug discovery.
During your 12-month placement, you will have the opportunity to learn and gain hands-on experience in biophysical methods for example SPR, MST and nanoDSF, commonly used to assess molecules binding profiles against targets of interest. You will get a valuable insight how biophysics supports early drug discovery from the initial hit identification, validation and detailed characterisation of molecules that could become future medicine. In addition, understanding, interpreting and reporting results will also be a key aspect of the placement role. The data you generate will contribute to the design of future compounds that will subsequently lead to the development of a future medicine. Working in brand new state-of-the-art laboratories you will be able to use your knowledge and skills to contribute to exciting R&D projects and make an impact on human health.
At Pharmaron, we offer:
1. Vibrant and dynamic employment – we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy – our future is strong and exciting
2. Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself – our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster!
3. A great team where we all support each other – enjoy your work – after all you spend about a third of your time here!
Requirements:
4. Studying towards an undergraduate degree in either a Chemistry, Biology or Pharmacology related discipline.
5. Predicted 1st or 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent)
6. Strong teamwork skills
7. Excellent verbal and written communication
8. Good problem-solving skills
9. Attention to detail
10. Conscientious
11. Well-organised and confident to work independently
Application
To apply, please provide a combined CV (containing a list of courses/grades) and a covering letter. In the covering letter, please indicate:
12. a short description of your motivations for pursuing this opportunity.
13. Relative preference for either a Mass Spectrometry or assay focus.
14. any direct/indirect experience relevant to the role.
Closing date for applications: 28th of November 2026.
The Company offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Benefits:
• Free on-site parking
• On-site Gym
• Cycle to work scheme
• Aviva Health
• Life Insurance
• Pension
• Shuttle bus from Broxbourne train station