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All Career Profiles
Up one levelExplore the multitude of different roles within the industry; each person has their own career perspective and advice to share. Select a career profile...
Analytical Chemist
I studied chemistry, physics and maths A-levels and went on to do a 4 year MChem chemistry degree at Leeds University.
Analytical Chemist
I think, in my company, if someone is keen to learn, and willing to work their way up, it isn’t essential to have experience or higher level qualifications.
Animal Technician
After completing A-levels I didn’t want to go to University but did want a rewarding career working with animals
Biologist (biomarkers)
I am proud of the work I did during my placement year, which I have presented at several internal poster sessions
Biologist (DMPK)
Post-graduate qualifications aided my early career progression and also meant that I started at a grade higher than fresh graduates
Biologist (imaging)
I was attracted to the industry by the breadth of research involved and the crucial interactions between scientists, clinicians and even lawyers
Chemical Engineer
By working in the pharmaceutical industry you are doing something to make people better and improve their quality of life, and that is very important to me.
Chemist (manufacturing)
Each day is too variable to be typical, which is one reason why I like the job.
Chemist (process)
A research chemist needs to have excellent laboratory skills, an in-depth knowledge and understanding of organic chemistry, and a love for science.
Clinical Research Associate
I worked here for this company, in this department, for the industrial placement year of my degree, that’s how I got this job!
Clinical Research Manager
I genuinely hope that everything I do will one day be of huge benefit to patients.
Clinical Research Manager
I’m not just making a living but I’m making a difference, helping to develop new medicines.
Clinical Scientist
I was looking for a job with good career prospects and with plenty of future and present opportunities for learning
Clinical Scientist
I am involved in drug discovery, the early phase of drug development, where a lot of compounds are screened for their properties.
Clinical Scientist
I work in the Clinical Pharmacology Unit, co-ordinating laboratory tests for clinical trials.
Drug Safety Associate
I like the fact that my role goes towards making our medicines safer for patients.
Epidemiologist
I look at disease trends, identifying individuals who are at risk and analyse the impact of interventions such as drug and vaccination programmes
Geneticist
I have had opportunities to mentor and supervise new starters and am currently supervising an industrial trainee student.