Trainee (Pharmaceutical Legislation Analysis)

TL;DR

Trainee (Pharmaceutical Legislation Analysis): Conducting research-driven analysis and optimization of internal process documentation in line with the new EU Pharmaceutical Legislation with an accent on regulatory compliance and stakeholder communication. Focus on mapping process gaps, drafting optimization proposals, and ensuring alignment between internal guidelines and external dissemination channels.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from the Netherlands (Hybrid role with up to 40% teleworking)

Salary: €2,049 per month (stipend)

Company

The European Medicines Agency (hirify.global) is a decentralised agency of the European Union responsible for the scientific evaluation, supervision, and safety monitoring of medicines.

What you will do

• Analyze the implications of the New EU Pharmaceutical Legislation for documentation requirements.
• Perform gap analysis of internal process documentation versus public-facing information.
• Draft proposals for documentation optimization, including templates and digital solutions.
• Conduct research on regulatory best practices and stakeholder communication strategies.
• Investigate stakeholder needs regarding documentation clarity and accessibility.
• Collaborate on developing an optimized documentation framework and communication processes.

Requirements

• Citizenship of an EU Member State, Iceland, Lichtenstein, or Norway required.
• Scientific degree in pharmacy, chemistry, or life sciences obtained between 06.05.2025 and 06.05.2026, OR current status as a university/PhD student in these fields.
• English proficiency at C1 level or higher required.
• Good knowledge of another official EU language (at least B2).
• Demonstrated research and analytical skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Nice to have

• Experience in regulatory affairs.
• Experience in quality assurance.

Culture & Benefits

• Meaningful work contributing to public health across Europe.
• Mentorship program with dedicated guidance.
• Flexible working arrangements and teleworking opportunities.
• Work within a multinational, multidisciplinary environment.

Hiring process

• Application deadline: 06 May 2026.
• Remote assessments conducted from mid-June to mid-July 2026.
• Final decision and offers by the end of July 2026.