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Quality Control Laboratory Technician Apprentice

BARD PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED · UNIVERSITY OF KENT (PART OF LONDON AND SOUTH EAST UNIVERSITY GROUP)
Location
Napp Pharmaceutical Group Ltd, 191 Science Park, Milton Road
Postcode
CB4 0GW
Salary
£25,000 a year
Duration
5 Years
Hours per week
35h
Positions available
3
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
Scientist (level 6)
Start date
11 January 2027
Application deadline
11 November 2026
Posted
15 October 2026
Vacancy reference
2000059253

About the role

You will play an active role in supporting routine and project-based laboratory activities, including:

  • Performing analytical testing of raw materials, packaging components, in-process samples, and finished pharmaceutical products
  • Learning and applying GMP requirements and data integrity principles within a regulated laboratory environment
  • Supporting investigations into laboratory results, deviations, and out-of-specification (OOS) findings
  • Assisting with laboratory equipment qualification, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities
  • Developing knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC, UV-Visible Spectroscopy, FTIR, Dissolution Testing, Karl Fischer Titration, and wet chemistry methods
  • Contributing to laboratory continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, compliance, and performance
  • Maintaining accurate laboratory records in paper and electronic systems in accordance with regulatory requirements

Working week

8.30am - 4.30pm with 1 hour lunch break.

Skills

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsTeam working

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · - 5 GCSEs in any subject including Maths/ English · Grade 4/c
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4/c
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4/c
Essential
A Level · Any Subject · Grade Must have 80 Ucas points total
Essential
A Level · Biology or Physics · Grade At least a D
Essential
A Level · Chemistry · Grade At least a D

Training & development

Apprentices will study one day a week remotely with the University of Kent. You will also be expected to attend a week long residential once every 18 months.

Future prospects

On successful completion, apprentices may be considered for permanent opportunities within the Quality Control laboratory, subject to business need and performance. The apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for progression into QC Analyst, Laboratory Technician or wider quality and technical roles within a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Things to consider

This role is based on site in a regulated laboratory environment and requires accuracy, attention to detail and careful adherence to procedures. Candidates should be comfortable working with laboratory equipment, following GMP expectations and maintaining accurate records. Applicants must also be available to attend the assessment day in Cambridge.

This role is a fixed term contract.

About BARD PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED

Mundipharma is a global healthcare company serving patients and customers across Africa, Asia Pacific, Canada, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. We develop, manufacture and supply high-quality medicines, with a focus on pain management, infectious diseases and other serious health conditions. Guided by our values of integrity, patient focus, collaboration, agility and high performance, we are committed to improving patients’ lives. We foster an inclusive culture where employees are supported to grow, take ownership of their development and contribute to meaningful work.

Website
www.mundipharma.com