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R&D Analyst - Analitical Method Dev. (Temporary contract)

ID:  2526
Date of Posting:  Apr 27, 2026
Business Area:  Research & Development
Job Type:  Direct Employee
On site / Remote / Hybrid:  Hybrid
Hub Office: 

Milano, IT

Territory: 
Full-Time or Part-Time:  Full Time
Seniority:  Entry level

With its beginnings in a family run pharmacy in Correggio, Italy in the 1920s, Recordati is now a global pharmaceutical company, listed on the Italian stock exchange, with over 4,500 employees and turnover of over Euro 2bn.

We are a group of like-minded, passionate individuals who go to extraordinary lengths for our patients, customers, partners, investors and the people across the globe who we serve. We develop and commercialise medicines to serve people living with common diseases, as well as those living with some of the rarest, in around 150 countries.

At Recordati, our mantra is simple. We’ve always believed that health, and the opportunity to live life to the fullest, is a right, not a privilege. Whether that is for common diseases or the rarest – we want to give people the opportunity to be the best version of themselves.

This drive will never stop. Together, we will always be reimagining tomorrow – with new ideas, new technologies and new innovations to fight diseases.

Recordati. Unlocking the full potential of life.

Job Purpose

We are looking for a position within the Analytical Development team, contributing to the development and life‑cycle support of high‑quality pharmaceutical products. The role offers direct involvement in analytical method development, validation and stability studies for products under development and selected marketed products.
Designed for an early‑career professional, this role provides the opportunity to grow within a structured and collaborative development environment, working alongside experienced scientists and gaining exposure to cross‑functional activities with QC, QA, Manufacturing and Regulatory Affairs. The position is laboratory‑based at Recordati and requires eligibility to work in Italy.

Key Responsibilities

•    Support analytical method development for Drug Products, APIs and excipients 
•    Perform routine laboratory analyses following approved methods
•    Assist in method validation and transfer activities
•    Accurately complete laboratory documentation 
•    Support stability studies (set up, sample pull, tracking and testing)
•    Assist in troubleshooting analytical issues with senior team members
•    Operate analytical instruments and laboratory software
•    Support general laboratory activities and ensure compliance with SOPs and safety requirements

Required Education

 •    Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related disciplines
•    Academic internship or thesis in analytical/pharmaceutical laboratories preferred 

Required Skills and Experience

•    6–12 months of laboratory experience (industry, internship or traineeship)
•    Basic knowledge of analytical techniques
•    Introductory understanding of GMP environment 
•    Team working attitude and willingness to learn
•    Ability to work under supervision and follow procedures managing a large team.

Technical Competencies

•    Basic knowledge of HPLC / UPLC and UV
•    Understanding of analytical method development and validation principles
•    Stability studies basics
•    Use of laboratory software and data recording systems

Required Behaviours and Competencies

•    Attention to detail and accuracy
•    Reliability and compliance mindset
•    Good organizational skills
•    Collaborative and proactive attitude
•    Openness to feedback and continuous learning

Required Languages

•    Italian: fluent
•    English: basic to intermediate (technical documentation

At Recordati we believe in people! Inspired by our purpose - unlocking the full potential of life - we are committed to creating a diverse environment and cultivating a culture of inclusion. We strive to continually lead with our values and beliefs, enabling our employees to bring their whole selves to work and develop their potential.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, develop and reward without regard to, amongst others, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental ability, race, ethnicity, political or religious belief.

If you are looking to join a company where you can try new things, speak openly, and be bold, we invite you to apply today.

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