R&D Process Improvement Summer Placement - Jazz Pharmaceuticals
internship•Cambridgeshire, London, Kent
About this role
<div class="vacancy-intro"><p>Jazz Pharmaceuticals are looking for a R&D Process Improvement Summer intern. You will be responsible for driving process improvement efforts across R&D to maintain high standards of quality and compliance.</p></div><div class="vacancy-attributes"><p><strong>Qualification Requirements</strong><br>Currently enrolled in or already hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or related field</p><p><strong>Salary</strong> - £24,000 per annum pro-rata</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Holiday Allowance</strong> - 25 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays pro-rata</p></li><li><p><strong>Pension</strong> - Employee 5%, Employer 3%</p></li><li><p><strong>Employee Assistance Programme</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>On-site</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Flexi time</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong>Location</strong> - Hybrid - Home based and Office based at local Jazz Pharmaceutical office:</p><p>80 Charlotte Street, London W1T 4DF</p><p>Or</p><p>Kent Science Park, Sittingbourne, ME9 8AG</p><p>Or</p><p>Compass House, Vision Park, Histon Cambridge CB24 9BZ</p><p><strong>Working Hours</strong><br>Monday to Friday, 9am – 5.30pm with 60 minute lunch break.</p><p><strong>Duration</strong> - 6 weeks (with option to extend up to 3 months)</p><p><strong>Start Date</strong> - 29th June 2026</p><p><strong>Interview Date - </strong>March 2026</p><p><strong>Closing Date for Applications</strong> - 26th February 2026</p></div><div class="vacancy-apply"><p><strong>To Apply</strong><br>To apply, please click the Apply Now button and complete the form. If you are having difficulty in completing this, please contact recruitment on [email protected] for assistance</p></div><div class="vacancy-next-steps"><p><strong>Next Steps</strong></p><p>Successful candidates will be progressed to a one way video interview, invites will be sent via email.</p><p>The video interview will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager</p></div><hr><div class="vacancy-description"><h2><strong>Job Description</strong></h2><p>This R&D Process Improvement Intern works closely with R&D Process Improvement Manager, Business Process Owners (BPOs) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop and author R&D-owned process documents (e.g., SOPs, WIs, etc.). This role is responsible for driving process improvement efforts across R&D to maintain high standards of quality and compliance. </p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Essential Functions:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Assist in creating and updating process documents (e.g., SOPs, Work Instructions) under guidance.</p></li><li><p>Support process mapping activities using tools like Microsoft Visio.</p></li><li><p>Help maintain document records in the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS).</p></li><li><p>Participate in team meetings and collaborate with Business Process Owners (BPOs) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).</p></li><li><p>Contribute to inspection readiness activities and periodic document reviews.</p></li><li><p>Learn and apply best practices for process improvement and compliance.</p></li></ul></div><hr><div class="vacancy-requirements"><h2><strong>Candidate Requirements</strong></h2><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><ul><li><p>Interest in pharmaceutical/biotechnology R&D processes.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.</p></li><li><p>Good communication skills (written and verbal).</p></li><li><p>Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Visio is a plus</p></li></ul><p><strong>Personal Qualities</strong></p><ul><li><p>Hard-working</p></li><li><p>Ability to solve problems, interact with others and manage a varied workload.</p></li><li><p>Is self-motivated to achieve high quality results within defined timeframes</p></li><li><p>Attention to detail</p></li></ul></div><hr><div class="vacancy-prospects"><h2><strong>Things To Be Considered</strong></h2><p>Please ensure that you are willing and able to live within commutable distance of the company site before applying as you will be onsite 1-2 days per week.</p><p>Cogent Skills Placements Service are managing the recruitment for this placement at our client's request, therefore we ask that applications are made through our website please.</p></div><hr><div class="vacancy-company"><h2>About Jazz Pharmaceuticals</h2><p>Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharmaceutical company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. Jazz Pharmaceuticals are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases—often with limited or no therapeutic options. They have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines and novel product candidates, from early-to late-stage development, in neuroscience and oncology. They actively explore new options for patients including novel compounds, small molecules and biologics, and through cannabinoid science and innovative delivery technologies. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland and has employees around the globe, serving patients in nearly 75 countries.</p></div>
What you'll do
- The intern will assist in creating and updating process documents and support process mapping activities. They will also contribute to inspection readiness activities and collaborate with various stakeholders.
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