Graduate Validation Associate Scientist / Engineer (Manufacturing, Science & Technology)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Graduate Validation Associate Scientist / Engineer to join the Sterile Drug Product MS&T team at BMS Cruiserath. This role is specifically designed for a recent graduate and provides a structured rotation across key manufacturing equipment and areas within the facility on a 2 year fixed term contract.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting sterile manufacturing operations, gaining broad exposure to equipment, processes, and validation activities across the site. With coaching from experienced engineers and scientists, you will build a strong technical foundation in pharmaceutical manufacturing and develop the skills needed for a long term career in MS&T. Over time, the role will allow you to increase ownership and technical depth while supporting both project and sustaining activities within the facility.

What You Will Learn and Do

• Gain hands on experience with different manufacturing equipment and process areas within a sterile drug product facility
• Support cleaning validation, process validation, and equipment related activities under the guidance of senior team members
• Develop and write validation protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and validation reports
• Support risk assessments to identify critical parameters and acceptance criteria
• Execute validation studies, including cycle development, sampling, testing, and data analysis
• Assist in the preparation and execution of validation protocols, sampling activities, and technical reports
• Learn how regulatory requirements (e.g., EU GMP, FDA) are applied in day to day manufacturing environments
• Participate in cross functional teams with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and other functions
• Support investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities
• Build knowledge of aseptic manufacturing, risk management and good documentation practices

Skills and Attributes We're Looking For

• Curiosity and a strong desire to learn in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to work well in a team while developing independence over time
• Attention to detail and appreciation for high quality documentation
• Approaches challenges with a structured, logical, and data driven mindset
• Takes ownership of assigned tasks and delivers to agreed timelines and quality standards
• Willingness to learn and rotate across different equipment and technical areas

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline
• Recent graduate or early career professional (industry experience not essential)
• Interest in pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing

Why You Should Apply

• You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases
• You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees
• You'll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package, including an annual bonus, pension contribution, family medical allowance, 27 days of annual leave, life assurance and on site gym