Job Description
Job description
Manufacturing Chemist
Location: Edinburgh
Hours: 40 hours
Salary: Competitive
Business Unit: Almac Sciences
Open To: Internal and External Applicants may apply
Ref No: HRJOB10102
The Business Unit
Almac Sciences provides a wide range of custom synthesis services, technology, and products to the pharmaceutical industry, supporting our clients from drug discovery to commercialisation of new chemical entities.
Advancing human health requires exceptional people - your talent, experience and passion will be the perfect match. Together we will make an exceptional difference to the health of countless patients all over the world.
The Role
Working as part of the High-Throughput GMP Manufacturing Team in our Edinburgh Technopole facility, you will be responsible for:
• The laboratory-scale manufacture of high-quality peptide products for our clients
• Completion of manufacturing records to comply with GMP regulations
• Maintenance of well-stocked and organised laboratory areas which meet the required quality and safety standards
As part of a busy team within a rapidly growing organisation, operating within a challenging industry you will benefit from the numerous personal and professional developmental opportunities available throughout the Almac group.
As such, this role would suit a candidate in the early stages of their career looking to further develop their chemical knowledge and expertise in the ever-evolving field of peptide synthesis.
please see attached job description for further details
Key Requirements
Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time employment in the UK.
To be successful in this position you will need as a minimum a Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry.
For more information on the role, including responsibilities and candidate criteria, please review the attached Job Description.
Closing Date: Sunday 20th October 2026
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Manufacturing Chemist
Location: Edinburgh
Hours: 40 hours
Salary: Competitive
Business Unit: Almac Sciences
Open To: Internal and External Applicants may apply
Ref No: HRJOB10102
The Business Unit
Almac Sciences provides a wide range of custom synthesis services, technology, and products to the pharmaceutical industry, supporting our clients from drug discovery to commercialisation of new chemical entities.
Advancing human health requires exceptional people - your talent, experience and passion will be the perfect match. Together we will make an exceptional difference to the health of countless patients all over the world.
The Role
Working as part of the High-Throughput GMP Manufacturing Team in our Edinburgh Technopole facility, you will be responsible for:
• The laboratory-scale manufacture of high-quality peptide products for our clients
• Completion of manufacturing records to comply with GMP regulations
• Maintenance of well-stocked and organised laboratory areas which meet the required quality and safety standards
As part of a busy team within a rapidly growing organisation, operating within a challenging industry you will benefit from the numerous personal and professional developmental opportunities available throughout the Almac group.
As such, this role would suit a candidate in the early stages of their career looking to further develop their chemical knowledge and expertise in the ever-evolving field of peptide synthesis.
please see attached job description for further details
Key Requirements
Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time employment in the UK.
To be successful in this position you will need as a minimum a Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry.
For more information on the role, including responsibilities and candidate criteria, please review the attached Job Description.
Closing Date: Sunday 20th October 2026
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manufacturing Chemist position is now open for candidates interested in the Manufacturing Jobs sector. This role in Edinburgh offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Manufacturing Jobs is a plus.
