Formulation Chemical Engineering Placement

by MSD

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Deadline: 23rd November 2014
Salary: Competitive
Length: Placement (10 Months+)
Roles: Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Pharmaceutical, Science
Location: South East
City: Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire

About MSD

We believe the most important thing we make is a difference. We operate in more than 140 countries and through our prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products we work with customers to bring innovative healthcare solutions to those who need them the most. We also demonstrate our commitment to increasing access to healthcare through far-reaching policies, programmes and partnerships. For more information, visit www.msd-uk.com. Joining our dedicated and talented team for 12 months at our site in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire as a placement student will help build a strong foundation for success in your future. At MSD placement students can gain experience within a team comprising individuals from many backgrounds with different roles, but all working together to deliver on the same promise: finding new ways to create a healthier future. Uncompromising dedication to the people who depend on our products is a passion we all share.

The Role

We are currently looking for bright and creative Chemical Engineering undergraduates to join our Formulation department for a one year industrial placement. The Formulation department forms a key part of our Pharmaceutical Sciences & Clinical Supplies laboratories, which undertake a wide range of drug development activities to turn medicinal compound candidates into marketable products. You will be working on a research project with a defined topic and scope, whose direction you can influence through your initiative and creativity. This will be the ideal opportunity for you to apply your knowledge of fundamental principles to pharmaceutical processes and formulations. You will be supported by a project mentor and other experienced professionals with backgrounds in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Benefits

Subsidised gym membership and 25 days holiday

Requirements

  • Excellent practical abilities
  • An eye for detail and good problem solving skills
  • Willingness and the ability to work cross-functionally with a team-orientated approach to support multiple functional areas
  • Strong communication skills are essential

Working towards a 2:1 or above in your degree

How to Apply

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