Chemistry Degree Apprentice

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 our site

Providing technical knowledge & support to other teams on site

Training:
Apprentices work full-time whilst studying towards a BSc (Hons) Laboratory scientist (Chemical Science) degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, as well as a Level 6 degree apprenticeship Students study a tutor-supported e-distance learning curriculum and attend residential schools. The work-based projects, negotiated with employers, offer students the opportunity to apply their learning directly to their organisation The programme is primarily taught through tutor-supported online study, part-time over four years Apprentices will attend a two-day induction at the University to help them get to know each other and balance undergraduate study with working full-time. They will also attend a week-long residential at our campus in central Manchester once a year, in addition to a two day mini-residential in the first year

Training Outcome:

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.

Employer Description:
We are a global leading research-based pharmaceutical company working in the neurology and oncology therapeutic areas and we define our 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". Here at Eisai our people come from many different backgrounds and join us to work across a wide variety of roles, but we all have a common purpose of human health care (hhc) - putting patients first. Our people are what makes Eisai the company we are. By joining Eisai, in any function, you will be part of an organisation with teamwork, positive energy and resilience at the heart of everything we do. Emerging Talent is a key focus for the team at Eisai, with many of our current workforce starting or building their career as an Apprentice, Intern or Graduate. You will join a tight-knit community and be provided with a Buddy, Line Manager and access to our Emerging Talent Team to ensure you are well supported. You will join a well thought out training programme that will support your soft skills, alongside building your technical skills in your role. You will be given real responsibilities from day one, which gives you the opportunity to learn from highly experienced team members and colleagues.

Working Hours :
Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm, with half an hour lunch break. This job is hybrid, and would involve 3 or 4 days in the office.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Critical analysis