Student Placement Opportunity – Packaging Operations
Location:
Based on site at our state-of-the-art custom designed facilities in Craigavon
Hours:
37.5 hours per week on our flexi pattern (core working hours are 10.00-16.00) Monday - Friday
Salary:
Competitive plus excellent benefits package
Business Unit :
Almac Pharma Services
Open To:
Undergraduate Students currently studying a Degree in a Scientific or Technical Discipline requiring a 1 year placement in industry
Ref No:
HRJOB11003
The Role
Almac Pharma Services is an established, world leading outsourcing partner to the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. We provide tailored, quality-led and timely solutions for pharmaceutical development, clinical and commercial drug product manufacture, product launch through to commercial packaging and global distribution. The expert services we provide support the provision of medicines and treatments to patients around the world.
We’re pleased to offer an opportunity for an ambitious undergraduate to join our highly skilled team on a full-time, 12-month placement where you will gain invaluable experience within this highly competitive industry.
The Technical Specialist Placement Student will provide support for the validation and introduction of new products, equipment and processes including serialisation to support the growth of Almac Pharma Services. They will support Almac Pharma Services packaging sites (as required) and will work closely with the Technical, Operational (Packaging) and Client Project teams.
Within a validation environment, the Technical Specialist Placement Student will provide support by reviewing procedures and implement process improvements whilst ensuring all tasks are completed in accordance with the principles of current Good Manufacturing Practice.
The Technical Specialist role varies from day to day. From interacting with the Client as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) and process owner for New Product Introduction (NPI), to investing time in identification and ownership of packaging equipment build and installation, to daily Operational support and problem-solving activities, the opportunities are endless.
As process owners, the Technical Specialist has responsibility for document generation, reviews, and approvals which are critical in supporting our equipment and product validation. Timely and accurate execution of these documents ensures an efficient and effective product release whilst ultimately fulfilling our commitment to the patient and wider market .
These are but a few of the tasks that the role entails, so come join the team and be a part of Advancing Human Health!
Key Requirements
* Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK
* Studying for a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent level) in a related Scientific/Technical discipline
* Available to conduct a 12 month full time placement commencing summer 2026 before returning to university to complete their degree programme
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to work independently on own initiative and effectively contribute within a team environment
Desirable Requirements
* Appreciation of cGMP and manufacturing processes of pharmaceutical products
* Experience undertaking technical work/experiments which have involved problem solving
* Experience of presenting an approach to a project including summary of work, data generation and key findings or conclusions
Apply Now
Apply online and ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.
Closing Date
Closing Date for applications 31 Oct 2025 at 17:00