R&D Student Placement

Veranova, Cambridge, England, United Kingdom R&D Student Placement At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset and are dedicated to building a talented workforce in the pharmaceutical industry. Our commitment to quality, compliance, safety, and excellence shapes everything we do. We seek innovative individuals with a growth mindset who are eager to make a difference. Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that accelerate innovation and enable next‑generation therapeutics to improve patient lives. Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research & Development Placement Student to join our team on a 12‑month contract commencing in July 2026 in our R&D department. The job holder will gain valuable industrial skills in solid‑form and physicochemical studies, salt/polymorph, co‑crystal screening, chiral separation, scale‑up, and crystallisation development. Core Responsibilities Comply with SOPs and demonstrate commitment to Safety & Quality cultures. Conduct laboratory experiments and participate in investigative R&D work in the labs. Provide technical and analytical support by performing analyses on API molecules. Understand projects to contribute to planning and experiment design. Potentially contribute to writing a scientific article or patent. Maintain detailed records of work and prepare reports where appropriate. Work safely and maintain tidy working areas. Liaise with other departments, particularly analytical. Carry out other duties within the employee’s skills and abilities as reasonably instructed. Qualifications Currently studying a Chemistry or Pharmaceutical science‑based Undergraduate degree or relevant scientific degree, having completed three years of study by July 2026. Practical laboratory experience. High attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy. Strong communication skills, able to convey technical information to diverse audiences. Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to work independently. Our Commitment Inclusive Culture: We are committed to ensuring everyone can bring their full selves to work and thrive. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous growth through LinkedIn Learning, career pathways, and Personal Development Plans. How to Apply Visit www.veranova.com to view all open roles and join our Talent Community. We welcome applicants regardless of whether they meet every listed qualification and encourage diverse perspectives. For those with disabilities needing reasonable accommodation, email talentacquisition@veranova.com with job number, title, and location. Additional Information Under UK legislation we must ensure all employees have the legal right to work in the UK from the time of offer and throughout employment. No sponsorship will be provided. Applications from agencies or search firms are not accepted. Veranova is committed to a secure recruitment experience; fraud prevention notice available on our site. Recruitment Scam Notice Legitimate communications from Veranova will come only from official email addresses using our domain (veranova.com). Legitimate LinkedIn messages will come from active Veranova employees. We will never ask for sensitive personal data during the application process. We will never ask for payment for equipment, training, or background checks. Veranova is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, or belief. All applications are carefully considered. Your details will be stored securely in our Application Management System and used for selection of suitable candidates. For more information about how your personal data is used, please review our privacy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr