Pharmaceutical Development - Graduate Opportunities
CompanyAlmac Group
Location
Craigavon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At5/18/2026
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Description
Pharmaceutical Development Graduate Opportunities
Location: Craigavon
Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits package
Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services
Ref No.: HRJOB11457
The Opportunity
Kick‑start your career in pharmaceutical development by applying your scientific knowledge in a real‑world setting. As a graduate at Almac, you’ll support the development and scale‑up of drug products, working alongside experienced scientists to help deliver medicines that improve patient outcomes.
Formulation Development Scientists will oversee the development of all aspects of the processes used in the manufacture of new and existing drug products; dosage forms will include tablets, capsules, sachets, liquids, creams and ointments.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are keen to apply their pharmaceutical knowledge and work within a multi‑disciplinary team while building strong foundations for a long‑term career in pharmaceutical development.
What You’ll Learn And Develop
Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast‑paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long‑term career progression across the Almac Group.
Our approach is simple – we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers, and together we advance human health. More information can be found here; Life at Almac - Almac
What You Need To Be Successful
Location: Craigavon
Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits package
Business Unit: Almac Pharma Services
Ref No.: HRJOB11457
The Opportunity
Kick‑start your career in pharmaceutical development by applying your scientific knowledge in a real‑world setting. As a graduate at Almac, you’ll support the development and scale‑up of drug products, working alongside experienced scientists to help deliver medicines that improve patient outcomes.
Formulation Development Scientists will oversee the development of all aspects of the processes used in the manufacture of new and existing drug products; dosage forms will include tablets, capsules, sachets, liquids, creams and ointments.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are keen to apply their pharmaceutical knowledge and work within a multi‑disciplinary team while building strong foundations for a long‑term career in pharmaceutical development.
What You’ll Learn And Develop
- Hands‑on experience supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing of new and existing drug products.
- Development of practical problem-solving skills in relation to on-going and new projects.
Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast‑paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long‑term career progression across the Almac Group.
Our approach is simple – we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers, and together we advance human health. More information can be found here; Life at Almac - Almac
What You Need To Be Successful
- Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent level qualification) in Pharmacy, Chemical/Process Engineering or a similar technical discipline.
- Practical experience or theoretical knowledge (from pharmaceutical industry or through modules in degree course) of drug product manufacturing techniques such as blending, granulation and tablet compression.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work on your own initiative whilst contributing within a team environment.
Additional Requirements:
This role may require coverage beyond normal working hours. It is a condition of your employment that you can fulfil this requirement of the role.
Further information
Further information on the essential and desirable criteria required for this role can be found in the Job Descriptions attached to this advert.
A fantastic salary and benefits package is available, including annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and a rewarding role where your work contributes to the advancement of human health.
How To Apply
Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.
Closing Date
Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 15th June 2026 at 5pm
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE:
Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.