Industrial Placement Student, Analytical Chemistry

Pharmaron Beijing Co. Ltd.; Cramlington, Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Cramlington is looking for an Undergraduate Industrial Placement Student in Analytical Chemistry. This 12-month placement, starting in summer 2026, is designed for undergraduate students in their penultimate or final year of a relevant science degree. You'll join a team of experts, learn modern analytical techniques, and contribute to significant R&D projects aimed at improving human health. Ideal candidates are expected to exhibit strong teamwork, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free on-site parking

Pension

Qualifications

• Studying towards an undergraduate degree with a significant Chemistry component.
• Predicted 1st or 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide innovative analytical solutions for pharmaceutical development.
• Develop and validate new analytical methods for testing materials.
• Contribute to R&D projects to improve human health.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Chemistry or relevant field

Tools

HPLC

GC

NMR

Mass Spec

Materials Solid State Analysis

Job description

Job Introduction

Undergraduate Industrial Placement Student, Analytical Chemistry

Location: Cramlington - Newcastle

Note: This placement is only open to undergraduate students in their penultimate or final year of a relevant science degree for the academic year 2026-2027.

Closing date for applications: 4th January 2026

Pharmaron is looking for the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists so if you love analytical chemistry and want to use it in pharmaceutical research and development, Pharmaron is the place for you. We have a 12‑month placement in our Analytical Chemistry department, starting in summer 2026.

During your 12‑month placement, you will work alongside other chemistry experts and science partners to provide innovative analytical solutions that help advance our clients’ programmes and bring new medicines to the market. You will learn and apply a wide range of modern analytical techniques (including HPLC, GC, SFC, NMR, Mass Spec and Materials Solid State Analysis) through various stages of pharmaceutical development. You will also develop and validate new analytical methods for testing and characterising different types of materials, from raw ingredients to final products. Whether it’s polymorph screening, crystallisation optimisation or pre‑formulation development, you will use your knowledge and skills to contribute to exciting R&D projects and make an impact on human health.

Requirements

• Studying towards an undergraduate degree with a significant Chemistry component
• Predicted 1st or 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent)
• Strong teamwork skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Good problem‑solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Conscientious
• Well‑organised and confident to work independently

Application

To apply, you must provide a CV (containing a list of courses/grades) and a covering letter. In the covering letter, please indicate:

• A short description of your motivations for pursuing this opportunity and any direct/indirect experience relevant to the role.
• A list of analytical techniques for which you would be interested in doing a research project in and why.

PLEASE NOTE: When uploading your CV and Cover Letter, please upload as one document.

If you have any issues or queries, please contact Sami Elgahmi – [e-mail]

The Company offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.

Benefits

• Free on‑site parking
• Pension

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months