Quality Assurance Placement Student in Craigavon
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Contract
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 1 Nov 2026
About the Role
Quality Assurance Placement Student
Craigavon, UK
Full time, Contract
Closing date: November 1, 2026 5:00 PM
Almac Group is a global leader in advancing human health. We provide a range of expert services across the drug development lifecycle to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, supporting them in finding treatments for patients.
The Opportunity
Based within the Quality team at our Craigavon headquarters, you will support Quality Assurance projects and help coordinate activities and key quality documentation. This placement offers broad exposure to pharmaceutical quality systems, product compliance and collaborative project delivery.
- Support Good Manufacturing Practice compliance and the quality of manufactured and released pharmaceutical products.
- Provide quality assurance support to operational teams working on new and existing products and projects.
- Help review quality records including deviations, corrective and preventative actions, change controls, complaints and out-of-specification reports.
- Review production, laboratory, validation and stability information for accuracy and completeness.
- Assist with Good Manufacturing Practice documentation, internal audits, technical agreements, compliance metrics and efficiency projects.
Requirements
We are looking for a detail-focused student who can organise a varied workload and communicate confidently with colleagues and customers.
- Five GCSEs, or equivalent, at Grade C or above, including English Language and Mathematics.
- Currently studying a science or technical degree, with successful completion of two years.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Project, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- High attention to detail, strong planning skills and the ability to process and analyse technical information.
- Experience coordinating with different people or teams, or previous experience within a regulated quality system, would be advantageous.
- Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions or possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full-time employment in the UK.
Details
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Duration: 12 Month Placement from July 2027 – July 2028
Business Unit: Pharma Services
Location: Craigavon
Open To: Students studying a Science or Technical related degree that requires a year in industry.
This role may require regular coverage beyond normal working hours. Applicants must be able to fulfil this requirement.
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.
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Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Placement Student role?
- Support Good Manufacturing Practice compliance, provide quality assurance support to operational teams, review quality records, review production and laboratory information, and assist with Good Manufacturing Practice documentation.
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- Five GCSEs, or equivalent, at Grade C or above, including English Language and Mathematics, and currently studying a science or technical degree, with successful completion of two years.
- What are the working hours and duration of the placement?
- 37.5 hours per week for a 12-month placement from July 2027 to July 2028.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- November 1, 2026 5:00 PM