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Hovione R&D Analyst - Temporary Assignment in Lisbon, Portugal
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At Hovione, we help partners turn scientific innovation into medicines that reach patients around the world. For more than 65 years, we have connected science and technology to scale complex ideas into high-quality and innovative solutions that truly make a difference.
As an international Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), we support the development and manufacture of drug substances, intermediates and drug products across the full life cycle. We are globally recognized for our leadership in specialized technologies such as Spray Drying and Continuous Tableting. But what truly sets us apart is not just what we do — it is how we do it: with purpose, care, collaboration and a deep commitment to doing the right things right.
Our people are the reason for our success. We are a global and diverse team of more than 2,600 team members across Europe, the USA and Asia, bringing together different experiences and perspectives to help our partners to overcome complex challenges. We believe that an inclusive environment — where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, is respected, heard and empowered to contribute — is essential to drive innovation, ensure quality, and secure long‑term sustainable success.
And as we grow, so do the opportunities for our people to develop, broaden their perspectives and build meaningful careers. Because at Hovione, better starts with those who choose to make a difference every day. Will you be one of them?
You will be responsible to:
Performs qualitative and quantitative analyses of compounds, including drug substances, drug product intermediates and drug product. Recommends the analytical characterization package (Chemical, physical, performance) and controls the quality and accuracy of the data in compliance with legislation and regulatory standards of Quality, HSE and cGMP policies. Promotes the scientific excellence and innovation in the Analytical area and contributes with technical expertise to expand the Intellectual Property, product and technology portfolios.
Follow procedures with clear instructions
Work follows an established pattern, with a requirement to run standard procedures, analysis, reports or tests
Able to prioritize own work - Rigorously, accurately, efficiently and professionally execute and record all analysis activities in accordance with the applicable requirements and guidelines at RD analytical development laboratories, quality operational standards / procedures and legal regulations and following instructions received from ascending colleagues
Testing may be required for the following (non-exhaustive) sample types; in-process control, intermediates, raw materials, new supplier samples, stability (informal) and finished products in a RD analytical development environment
Strive for Right First Time and Productivity in all assigned tasks
Be an advocate for safe operating and high-quality performance, alerting peers and ascending colleagues to any potential risks and suggesting optimizations or improvements
Develop and accumulate strong analytical technical expertise
Display professionalism and support the induction and training of new colleagues
Organize and define daily priorities within their assigned tasks to accurately and promptly perform the allocated sample analysis to meet the requirements of the periodic laboratory plan and area KPIs
Adhere to the laboratory testing schedule in order to achieve an efficient process in the analytical laboratory
Take responsibility for all data individually generated and ensure it is in accordance with all applicable requirements and HSE regulations, adhering to all relevant Operating Procedures and industry standards in conducting all analytical activities
To maintain all checklists, laboratory records and notebooks in which he/she is involved to an acceptable standard and in accordance with Hovione internal procedures
Maintain good hygiene and housekeeping within the laboratory
Perform routine calibration, verification and applicable preventive/corrective maintenance of designated laboratory instruments
Issue notifications for maintenance/repair to qualified areas, requesting consumables whenever needed
Comply with the high standards in the R&D Analytical Development Laboratories
Bring any discrepancies, deviations or non-conformance in testing or work practice to the attention of the laboratory responsible or N+1 in accordance with Hovione internal procedures and to collaborate on finding solutions for such events
Report incidents and unexpected results and contribute to their investigation
Ensure appropriate communication with other internal department in relation to analytical work by using the appropriate Hovione processes.
Participate, as required, in the induction and training of new Analysts across Hovione
Seek out additional information when one feels that the available information is not enough
Follow all periodic performance review requirements, including completion of the self-assessment.
Maintain an open communication with colleagues, identifying and reporting any production, HSE, quality or other issues to management according to the required processes
Suggest and participate in improvements in the area in which the team member is assigned
Undertake any additional tasks to support the laboratory activities as and when required
Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice.
We are looking to recruit a Candidate:
High School diploma (mandatory)
Qualification in a relevant chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical-related or other science-related field (mandatory)
Proven practical pharmaceutical or related industry experience in a QC laboratory or in a R&D analytical environment (mandatory)
Knowledge and experience of working with specific analytical methodologies (mandatory)
knowledge of analytical chemistry theory and respective techniques
Knowledge on analytical data acquisition and reporting (preferable)
Capability to apply simple arithmetic
Computer literate
Clear and open communication skills (written and verbal)
Competent (written and verbal) English (highly desirable)
Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down.
Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer
Inclusion and diversity are key to us. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the application or interview process, please contact us (https://www.hovione.com/contact-us) , and we will be happy to assist.
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Hiring Request Post Information* : Posted Date2 days ago(2026/4/20 11:22)
ID2026-11721
of Openings1
Job LocationsPT-Lisbon
Job FamilyR&D