Pharmacology Undergraduate

Location: London, United Kingdom; on-premise

Company

hirify.global is a pharmaceutical research organization developing medicines through scientific research, drug discovery, and clinical development.

What you will do

• Support hands-on in vivo research with rodent models, including animal care, welfare, husbandry, and routine laboratory activities.
• Follow approved protocols, SOPs, UK animal welfare legislation, and the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.
• Conduct non-surgical procedures safely in line with training and licensing requirements.
• Apply the principles of Replacement, Reduction, and Refinement to minimize animal use and enhance welfare.
• Perform ELISAs and other biological assays, and run in vitro potency assays for biologics after training.
• Participate in team meetings, scientific discussions, technical training, and general research-team operations.

Requirements

• Must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK university through a Year in Industry, industrial placement, or gap year.
• Currently studying toward a BSc or higher in Pharmacology, Physiology, Animal Science, or a related life-science subject.
• Hold a Home Office Personal Licence (PIL AB) or be willing to obtain one.
• Prior hands-on experience handling animals and supporting high standards of animal care and welfare.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a flexible, collaborative, and team-focused approach.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of laboratory work, including regular lifting and carrying.
• AI literacy.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive research environment focused on animal welfare, ethics, and the 3Rs.
• Professional mentorship and networking with scientific experts across hirify.global’s Global Research & Development organization.
• Up to 5 days of paid volunteering leave per year.
• Full-time, 12-month placement starting on 1 September 2027.
• Reasonable adjustments are available to support applicants and employees with disabilities.

Hiring process

• Applications close on 29 November 2026.
• Only the completed hirify.global Placement Application Form will be accepted; CVs and cover letters will not be considered.
• The application form must be completed and attached using the instructions provided in the hirify.global UK undergraduate vacancies materials.