Location: Amman, Jordan
Job Type: Full-time
HashtagAbout Us:
For over 45 years, Hikma Pharmaceuticals has been putting better health within reach, every day, by creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible to those who need them. We are helping to shape a healthier world that enriches all our communities, and our global team of 9,500+ empowered employees are central to this mission.
As a trusted and reliable partner of over 800 high-quality generics, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products, we are driven to improve access to medicine. Through our 29 manufacturing plants, 9 R&D centers across the MENA, North America and Europe, our footprint allows us to play a critical role in serving patients.
DescriptionWe are looking for a talented Associate Scientist, Analytical Research 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.
Job PurposeTo help design and execute research projects while performing various laboratory tests while analysing project information to develop new products and technologies and improve existing ones.
Key ResponsibilitiesDescription Policies, Processes & Procedures :
- Follows all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner Day- to-day operations
- Follows the day-to-day operations related to own job to ensure continuity of work Job Specific Accountabilities
- Implements all analytical research activities including initiation, designs, routine procedures, and reports any faced issues to support product development efficiently.
- Be able to work in the lab all day, handle sensitive instruments, and have a strong understanding of how these instruments function.
- Capable of preparing all types of chemical solutions and handling them safely in the lab.
- 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 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 multiples 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 Continuous Improvement
- 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 Reporting
- Assists in the preparation of timely and accurate reports of Research & Development to meet company and department requirements, policies and standards Safety, Quality & Environment
- Complies with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment. Related Assignments
- Performs other related duties or assignments as directed
QualificationsWe are looking for candidates whose experience and skills align closely with the qualifications outlined below:
Experience
- * 1–3 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical industry in research & development or a laboratory setting.
Education
- * Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry.
Additional Requirements
- * Able to work with oncology/potent products and perform tasks that require physical effort.
- Minimum Experience: 1-3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a R&D/ AR focus preferred or QC.
- Flexibility to work on the night shift and long night shift.
Language
- * Very good English (written and spoken).
Required Skills
- * Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with SAP (preferred).
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Knowledge of FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
- Quick learner with flexibility and adaptability.
- Active listening and strong motivation.
Learn more about Hikma in Jordan hikma-jordan-factsheet-aug-2025-en.pdf
