Associate Scientist

About the role

We continue to be committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Associate Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Manages shift or multiple shift operations within manufacturing departments.
• Maintains budget, quality, and production goals.
• Sets standards and makes employment and staffing decisions.
• Interprets manufacturing policies, procedures, and programs.
• Supports the parenteral pharmaceutical manufacturing facility through the qualification and/or validation of equipment, raw materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Conducts studies and executes protocols.
• Serves as project lead with projects of intermediate scope and cross-functional teams.
• Handles routine tasks timely and accurately.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Industry knowledge.
• Ability to work independently or in teams.
• Physical ability to walk some distance, stand for 3 to 6 hours, and lift up to 40 lbs. during a workday.
• Ability to work any shift (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) on any day of the week.
• Clean room gown training and ability to work in sterile suite areas for up to a full 8-hour shift.
• Minimum of a BA or BS in Sciences/Engineering/Math (or equivalent experience).

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential.
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program with a 3% pre-tax contribution rate.
• Hikma matches 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay contributed.
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date).
• Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries.
• 11 company paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits.
• Employee discount program.
• Wellbeing rewards program.
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority.
• Career advancement and growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.