Associate Scientist, Analytical Research

Location: Algiers, Algeria

Job Type: Full-time

About 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.

Description: We 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.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform physical and chemical analyses as part of analytical research activities.
• Implement and follow the laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Carry out analytical method validation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct comparative dissolution studies.
• Perform instrument calibration and verification tasks.
• Handle sampling during process validations (Premix, Blend, and finished product).
• Ensure compliance with the laboratory documentation system.
• Use chromatography software such as LabSolutions, Empower, and Chromeleon.
• Apply cGMP and GLP requirements in all laboratory activities.
• Execute work plans defined by the Supervisor of Analytical Research and collaborate with project teams.

Required Skills:

• Good knowledge of cGMP and GLP standards.
• Familiarity with analytical instruments and laboratory techniques.
• Proficiency in chromatography software (LabSolutions, Empower, Chromeleon).
• Knowledge of SAP and good computer skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.

Academic Background and Knowledge:

• Master’s degree in chemistry or a related scientific field, or Doctor of Pharmacy.
• 1–3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in an analytical laboratory or R&D setting.