Sanofi Quality Graduate Programme 2027 – Waterford, Ireland
Sanofi is recruiting a Quality Graduate for the Sanofi Quality Graduate Programme, a 23-month scheme at the Waterford site in Ireland, starting 1 September 2027. Freshers eligible: minimum 2.1 primary degree or Master’s in Science (Chemistry, Biochemistry or related).
Sanofi Quality Graduate Programme Job Details
Company: Sanofi
Location: Waterford, Ireland
Start Date: 1 September 2027
Duration: 23 months | Two 8-month rotations, and 7-month
Working Model: Fully on-site
Working Hours: Full-time
Salary: €41,600 gross per annum
Assessment Centre: January 2027 | In person, Waterford
Job Description
Ready to turn your academic knowledge into real-world experience? Join Sanofi, a global biopharmaceutical company, through our 23-month Graduate Programme in Waterford. Explore three different functions, gain hands-on industry experience and develop the skills to shape your future career.
As a Quality Graduate, you’ll explore how quality is maintained, improved and managed across pharmaceutical operations. From quality control and continuous improvement to quality management systems, you’ll gain practical experience, contribute to meaningful projects and build a strong foundation for a career in pharmaceutical quality.
Our structured Sanofi quality graduate programme takes you through three rotations (two 8-month rotations, and 7-month), providing exposure to different functions, meaningful projects and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals.
Key Responsibilities
Rotation 1: Quality Control Chemistry | Months 1–8
Start your journey in the Quality Control Chemistry, where you’ll discover how quality control processes, laboratory operations and compliance activities support pharmaceutical quality standards.
- Support ongoing quality control compliance activities and learn about Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
- Contribute to digital transformation projects within Quality Control.
- Develop an understanding of analytical methods, specifications and quality control processes.
- Gain exposure to the management of quality control laboratory equipment.
Rotation 2: Quality Control Support Group | Months 9–16
Explore stability, compliance and QC systems developing analytical and problem-solving skills while contributing to cross-functional initiatives.
- Contribute to stability and compliance programmes.
- Support quality projects, working towards agreed timelines, budgets and deliverables.
- Develop data analysis skills and participate in cross-functional quality projects.
- Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of quality management systems.
- Assist with document control and change management processes.
Rotation 3: Quality Control Micro | Months 17–23
Complete your journey in the Quality Control Micro, where you’ll discover how quality control processes, laboratory operations and compliance activities support pharmaceutical quality standards from the microbiology perspective.
- Support ongoing quality control compliance activities and learn about Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
- Contribute to digital transformation projects within Quality Control.
- Develop an understanding of aseptic practices, microbial analytical methods, and manufacturing processes.
Sanofi Quality Graduate Programme Eligibility Criteria
To Be Eligible, You’ll Need To:
- Have graduated within the past two years or be due to graduate before 1 September 2027.
- Hold a minimum 2.1 primary degree or a Master’s degree in Science (Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related science discipline).
- Have full, unrestricted right to work in Ireland.
Previous experience through internships, placements or relevant work is an advantage, but not essential.
Required Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an interest in quality processes and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive, self-motivated approach, with a track record of high performance and a determination to succeed.
- A passion for healthcare and a commitment to values aligned with Sanofi’s.
Additional Information
Development focus: Throughout the programme, you’ll build practical knowledge and transferable skills to support your future career in pharmaceutical quality management or technical analytical expertise.
- Quality management: Understand the principles and processes that support pharmaceutical quality standards.
- Analytical expertise: Understand the principals of chemical and microbial process.
- Regulatory compliance: Develop an understanding of regulatory requirements and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
- Continuous improvement: Explore techniques for analysing processes, identifying opportunities and supporting improvements.
Support during the programme:
- Three diverse rotations: Explore different functions and build a broader understanding of the business.
- Dedicated cross-functional mentor: Receive guidance from an assigned mentor, with monthly check-ins throughout the programme.
- A buddy in every rotation: Get practical, day-to-day support as you settle into each new team.
- Hands-on training: Learn directly from experienced colleagues and develop skills through practical experience and training opportunities.
Meet your teams: Quality Control (QC) is responsible for sample receipt, testing intermediate production samples, final product samples, and environmental samples to demonstrate that all products meet the standard requirements for CGMP operations. Additional functions include raw material testing, stability testing, assay transfers, and qualification of instrumentation. The Quality Control Operations group supports Laboratory Investigations, Deviation Investigations, CAPA support, Training, and Change Controls. Quality Control Validation Support consists of the Method Validation Group and the Equipment Qualification Group. Quality Control is also responsible for assisting in site-wide studies and projects.
Selection process: Screening survey, video interview, connect call and in-person assessment centre in January 2027 for the Sanofi quality graduate programme.
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