STADA Arzneimittel Posted October 6, 2026

Quality Control Placement Student (Huddersfield – Linthwaite, GB, HD7 5QH)

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About this opportunity

STADA UK Thornton & Ross is on an exciting growth journey with more than 700 employees being fully committed to our purpose of Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner. Together we are shaping the future of Thornton & Ross by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA.

STADA UK Thornton & Ross – Quality Control Placement Student

Huddersfield |U.K.| Full-time | 12-month Fixed Term Contract | Shift based

Commencing July 2027 | Salary £28,000

Step into the heart of laboratory science as a QC Analyst and see your work make a real impact from day one. In this role, you’ll generate high‑quality, accurate and timely data that keeps our products safe, effective and ready for patients and customers.

You’ll be hands‑on in the lab, testing raw materials and finished products using HPLC and wet chemistry techniques, amongst others, spotting and investigating data anomalies, and contributing to team and site‑wide objectives. You’ll also help keep our laboratory systems robust and compliant, gaining invaluable experience while working to technical, operational, SHE and cGMP standards every step of the way.

We’re looking for a curious, motivated 2nd year BSc (MChem would also be considered) student looking for a one-year placement in pharmaceutical manufacturing, who enjoys solving problems, is comfortable with change and ambiguity, and is excited to bring fresh ideas to help shape the future of our QC team.

How You Will Make an Impact

Testing samples in a timely manner to contribute towards fulfilling KPIs (Key Performance indicator)

Use a variety of pharmacopoeia test methods, including titration, HPLC, UV, IR, gravimetric analysis

Data interpretation of results

Completion of analytical records as per GMP requirements

Assessing results for out of specifications and raising LIRs when required

Assisting with Phase 1 and Phase 2 investigations

Working shift patterns available are Rotational days; Mon-Thu 0600-1336 / 1330-2200

Fri: 0600-1336 / 1330-1730

What We Are Looking For

Currently studying a science related degree

Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage various stakeholders in person, by phone, chat messaging, and email

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Attention to detail and creativity

Good IT skills with a proven ability to use Microsoft Office

Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines

A precise and accurate analytical testing technique.

High level of integrity

Willingness to adapt to situations and a flexible approach to work

 

How we care for you

At Thornton & Ross our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

💸 Competitive annual salary of £28,000

🗝 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.

🌴 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.

🥗 On-site subsidised canteen.

💉 Free winter flu jab.

🧠 Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.

🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme.

🎉 Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.

#LI – MN1

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Job details

Seniority
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Function
Quality
Therapeutic area
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Location
Huddersfield – Linthwaite, United Kingdom
Employment type
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How this role compares

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We currently track 1513 comparable Quality roles across 149 biopharma companies.

1513Comparable roles tracked
1378Currently active
149Companies hiring similar roles
53Countries represented

Salary context

240 of 1513 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

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Lowest disclosed · QA - Stat Sort Specialist · Lilly $18/hr – $35/hr (≈ $37,482–$72,592/yr)
Highest disclosed · VP, Quality Assurance · City Therapeutics $340,000/yr – $360,000/yr
Peer group range $55,037 – $350,000 (median $130,750)

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United States599
Ireland88
France76
Germany74
China67
India49

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Manager200
Senior180
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc92
Associate73
Principal36
Associate Director36
Director33
Senior Director28
Executive/VP7

Therapeutic area mix

1 of 1513 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Vaccines & Infectious Disease1

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