Description:

 

We are looking for a talented Trainee - Formulation Development to join us. At Hikma you’ll be supported by a culture of progress and belonging where people are encouraged to develop, wellbeing is prioritised and our inclusive approach values contributions from all. We’re seeking candidates who embody our values: Innovative, driven to keep learning; Caring, genuinely compassionate in their work; and Collaborative, eager to solve problems together.

 

If you want to be part of a team that cares about impact, this is the place for you.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Follows all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner. Follows the day-to-day operations related to own job to ensure continuity of work Implements all analytical research activities, including initiation, designs, routine procedures, and reports any issues faced to support product development efficiently. Conducts the development activities for basic pharmaceutical formulations, including initiation and reporting any faced obstacles to support product development in a timely manner, with considerations for scale-up/ tech-transfer. Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present results through written reports, publications, and related documentation. Summarizes and critically evaluates the study results in order to develop and test new hypotheses, execute experiments, and author technical reports. Participates in the development and scale-up processes from bench top to pilot scale in order to assist in technology transfer to commercial plants. Establishes a knowledge base by actively seeking out technologies and tracking publications in relevant fields to keep Hikma informed of research and industry developments. Gathers and provides new perspectives, arriving at solutions based on multiple sources of information to evaluate and solve complex technical challenges that arise on both internal and external projects. Analyses and evaluates test results to make well-reasoned strategic recommendations that inform future R&D decisions at Hikma. Collaborates and gains commitment with stakeholders internally and externally to achieve project objectives in support of product development and approval. Contributes to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of processes and practices, taking into account ‘international best practice’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction, and productivity improvement. Assists in the preparation of timely and accurate reports of Research & Development to meet company and department requirements, policies, and standards. Complies with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment. Performs other related duties or assignments as directed.

 

Qualifications:

We are looking for candidates whose experience and skills align closely with the qualifications outlined below:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences (Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Engineering).

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum Experience: 0-1 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a R&D focus preferred.

 

Able to work with oncology/potent products and perform tasks that require physical effort. 

 

Learn more about Hikma in Jordan hikma-jordan-factsheet-aug-2025-en.pdf