Biopharmaceutical Science & Technology Future Leaders Program, US, 2024

Key Skills

Analytical and Problem solving, Biomedical Imaging, Data Analysis, Effective communication skills, Leadership Skill, Machine learning techniques, Supply Chain Management

Job Description

Education required:  Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biopharmaceuticals, Pharmacy, Materials Science or related field of study. Graduation by Spring/Summer 2024 

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English 

Other requirements: Willingness to be geographically (domestically) mobile throughout rotations 

Expected Start date: September 2024 

*You can apply to only one Future Leaders Graduate Program in the US

Application deadline: We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We will close this vacancy when we have enough applications, so please apply as soon as you can so your application can be considered.

Assessment Center Date: November 2023 

Hear from a current FLP: https://videomy.co/wqGTANx 

Are you looking for a career where you can help positively impact the health of billions of people? Apply for the Biopharmaceutical Science & Technology Future Leaders Program at GSK today! 

In GSK’s Global Supply Chain (GSC), we are on an exciting journey with bold ambitions. We are creating one world class Global Supply Chain to deliver GSK’s new product portfolio and pipeline. 

In GSC, we make and supply medicines and vaccines all around the globe and our teams own every production stage, from creating quality products at our manufacturing sites to designing effective supply forecasting and regulatory inspections; all powered by digital, data and analytics. 

We are looking for highly motivated graduates who are keen to develop into the future engineering, operational and technical leaders in GSC. Working at our manufacturing sites you will help to ensure we have the latest, safe, efficient and reliable processes and equipment to deliver life-saving medicines and vaccines to people in 90% of the world. This role will enable you to develop your skills in an industry that’s making radical changes to the way it develops and manufactures products. 

Ahead together with tailored training and career development

Over 3 rotations, our Future Leaders graduate program will:

• Challenge and support you to grow professionally and personally
• Give you stretch rotations 
• Provide the opportunity to network and increase your visibility with senior leaders who will mentor or coach you and support you with planning your rotations
• Improve your technical skills while gaining valuable on the job leadership experience 
• Give you a generous personal development budget to accelerate your learning & grow your technical, professional, personal or leadership skills
• Provide Kaizens – a short-term breadth project which could give you international exposure 

What will you do?

You will have the opportunity to:

• Take biopharmaceutical products from R&D to full-scale commercial manufacturing
• Project manage the introduction of new processing equipment and manufacturing technologies
• Investigate and solve technical problems using machine learning / data analysis
• Purify protein therapeutics through centrifugation, chromatography and filtration
• Improve the robustness of our biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes by developing mechanistic understanding of problems and implementing innovative solutions
• Investigate & lead technical problem-solving using data analysis: Gembas, & techniques such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Analysis, & Root Cause Analysis.

What are we looking for?

• Clear enthusiasm and motivation for working in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry 
• A continuous improvement and growth mindset 
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills 
• A team player with the ability to build collaborative relationships
• Self-motivated and proactive, keen to develop and learn
• To be analytical, organized and process driven with excellent attention to detail
• A high degree of flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly to change under pressure 

What do we offer you?

• A competitive salary
• An annual bonus based on company performance
• GSK 401(k) plan and time off with pay
• Employee recognition programs, which reward exceptional achievements
• Access to healthcare and well-being programs
• A tailored, robust development plan aligned to your career aspirations and business needs, delivered by coaching and mentoring by managers and peers, and through virtual and in person courses 
• On-the-job experience
• Up to 2 volunteering days per year, called “Together Days”
• Relocation Allowance (eligibility will be confirmed once your first location is confirmed)

Let’s do this! 

You’ll find hints, tips and guidance on our recruitment process on our website 

Learn more about the application process | GSK 

Once you've submitted your online application form, you'll need to complete two online assessments prior to the assessment center stage and as part of this, you'll be asked about your motivation for the role: - We’d like to hear about why you applied to this role and your motivation for it in the context of pharmaceutical manufacturing. You will be asked a 2nd question on what strengths, skills or interests you have that will enable you to be successful in this role. Please be as targeted as you can!

 Top tip #1: Make sure you save this job description for reference throughout the process, it will really help you prepare for the different stages in your application. 

Top tip 2: Don't forget to register on our GSK insight & engagement platform https://gsk.connectr.co.uk/getahead/ to learn more about working at GSK, our culture and application processes