Quality Control Laboratory Technician Apprentice
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Company BARD PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED
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Location CB4 0GW
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary £25,000.00 per year
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Sector Health and science
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Ref NAS-2000059253
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Application Deadline Date 11/11/2026
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Start Date 11/01/2027
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Positions Available 3
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Working Week 8.30am - 4.30pm with 1 hour lunch break.
Brief Description
Gain hands-on experience in a regulated GMP lab, learning how analytical testing and quality systems support safe, effective medicines while developing key laboratory and data integrity skills.
Training to be Provided
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.
Vacancy Detail
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
Other Information
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.