Title:  Senior Research Scientist I

Senior/Research Scientist, GMP laboratory (m/f/d)

Location: Zagreb

Hikma Pharmaceuticals purpose is to put better health, within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world. Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 9 R&D centres, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.

We are looking for curious, motivated, and creative individuals who are excited to contribute to the development of high-quality injectable medicines. If you are passionate about science, eager to take an important role in a GMP laboratory within Analytical Development, and looking to launch or grow your career in pharmaceutical multifunctional teams, this is an opportunity to join our R&D team and make a real impact.

In this role, you will work in R&D, analytical development area for generic and innovative injectable projects, developed within the Injectables team in R&D Zagreb and/or other Hikma R&D locations.

Key responsibilities:

• Participation in validation and transfer of analytical methods including preparation/review of documentation and performing experimental activities in the laboratory.
• Participation in testing of stability samples and performing other stability related studies including preparation/review of documentation and performing experimental activities in the laboratory.
• Preparation of documentation required for registration of finished pharmaceutical products, including responding to inquiries from regulatory authorities and customers.
• Participation in adopting new technologies in GMP Laboratory.
• Managing change control process, laboratory investigations/deviations and CAPAs.
• Participation in laboratory process improvement initiatives.
• Participation in internal and corporate global quality inspections, and regulatory inspections.

What we expect:

• Master’s degree in the relevant field (Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Chemical engineering or related studies)
• Preferable experience with injectable products
• Knowledge of GMP requirements for product development, manufacturing and analysis
• Team player, proactive and approachable; able to formulate and implement design strategies within cross functional teams
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks in a global competitive-paced pharmaceutical industry environment
• Fluency in English language (spoken and written)

What we offer:

• Collaboration across teams and functions, building relationships with colleagues from different departments and regions
• A dynamic international work environment that values curiosity, growth, and innovation
• Permanent full-time position
• Competitive compensation package
• Annual health check-up and incident insurance policy
• Monthly food and travel allowances
• Free drinks, fruit and parking slot

If you are collaborative, like to innovate in the way you work, care about others, and are inerested in a career where you can make a positive impact on people’s lives, apply no later than April 13, 2026.