Viatris is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combining the best of both to more holistically address healthcare needs globally. With a mission to empower people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life, we provide access at scale, currently supplying high-quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients around the world annually and touching all of life's moments, from birth to the end of life, acute conditions to chronic diseases.
We have been included on number of award lists that demonstrate the impact we are making.
We have exciting new opportunities in our global respiratory R&D group at Scientist and Senior Scientist level across multiple technical disciplines (analytical, material sciences and formulation). These roles will play a central part within Viatris in creating new respiratory products by applying technical expertise to the development of our portfolio of NCE and generic products. Technical opportunities exist for candidates to join our science-focused department where technical excellence delivers innovation for Viatris, supporting product development, clinical studies and product registration of inhaled and nasal products, including pressurised metered dose inhalers, dry powder inhalers and solutions / suspensions for nebulization.
Key responsibilities for the roles include:
Carrying out all analytical, material science or formulation activities required to deliver new respiratory products to clinical studies and commercialisation.
Planning and executing experiments to generate scientific understanding in development of analytical methods, formulations and processes.
Processing and reviewing data, interpreting results and reporting experimental outcomes to project development team.
Troubleshooting equipment issues or aberrant data.
Participating in activities to improve departmental capabilities, e.g. implementation of new technologies.
The minimum qualifications for this role are:
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree (for example Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Forensics, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences) or equivalent, or substantial practical work experience.
Good understanding of laboratory safety and best practice
Has a good understanding of basic scientific principles relating to their area of expertise and, for more experienced candidates, can demonstrate advanced knowledge in specific areas related to their experience.
Familiar with calculations used in their area of expertise and the application of statistics.
Has a good understanding and appropriate practical experience of modern laboratory techniques.
Able to work autonomously to deliver individual or multiple tasks and plan own work to consistently achieve output of high-quality results in a timely manner.
Able to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Good IT skills (including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Enthusiasm to work in a laboratory-based role.
At Viatris, we are dedicated to building a truly diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t fully align with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Benefits at Viatris
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others. Some of our benefits include the following on top of a competitive salary:
Emphasis on Health & Wellness programmes
100% paid medical insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
Life cover
Excellent employer-matched pension scheme with Viatris contributing up to 11%
2 paid volunteer days per year
Diversity & Inclusion at Viatris
At Viatris, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission. The diversity we foster in all aspects of our business can be one of our greatest strengths in redefining healthcare not as it is, but as it should be. If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity and inclusion means to us, please visit https://www.viatris.com/en/Careers/Diversity-and-Inclusion
Sustainability at Viatris
Corporate social responsibility is fundamental to the Viatris mission. We work to advance responsible and sustainable operations and leverage our collective expertise to empower people to live healthier at every stage of life, recognizing that our actions affect the stakeholders and communities we serve. To learn more about our efforts, please visit https://www.viatris.com/en/about-us/corporate-responsibility
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Forensics, or a related discipline, or equivalent substantial practical experience.
- Understanding of laboratory safety and best practices.
- Strong understanding of physical, organic, and analytical chemistry principles, with advanced knowledge relevant to prior experience.
- Familiarity with analytical chemistry calculations and application of statistics.
- Substantial practical experience with modern laboratory techniques, including HPLC.
- Ability to plan and coordinate the day-to-day activities of a small team.
- Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple tasks, and deliver high-quality results within required timelines.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Ability to lead troubleshooting activities and investigations.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Enthusiasm for laboratory-based work.
Viatris Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Viatris and has not been reviewed or approved by Viatris.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Compensation is frequently characterized as competitive and fair for the role, with “good pay” and “fair pay for job” appearing alongside references to competitive salary. This is reinforced by mentions of annual bonuses and overall satisfaction with pay levels in many roles and locations.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is portrayed as comprehensive, including private health insurance in some regions and broad medical support options. Mental health support is also emphasized through EAP access and coaching resources as part of the broader health offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits appear robust, with references to defined contribution pension arrangements and a 401(k) with employer matching, plus options for different contribution types. Profit-sharing and long-service/loyalty awards further support longer-term financial value.
Viatris Insights
What We Do
Viatris is a global pharmaceutical company formed in 2020 through the combination of Mylan and Upjohn, a legacy division of Pfizer.
