Research Associate, Chemical Analytics / Tutkimusavustaja, kemiallinen analytiikka

About your role

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Research Associate to join the Chemical Analytical Laboratory in Analytical Development. This is a hands-on laboratory role to support research and development projects in R&D.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform different kinds of chemical analytics of drug substances and drug products. This will include e.g. solubility studies, assay and related substances analysis with HPLC/UHPLC and different kinds of dissolution measurements
• Develop and validate chemical analytical methods
• Accurately document and review chemical analytical results for scientists
• Take care of separately defined laboratory and equipment responsibilities

You will be located in Espoo or Turku, Finland. This is a full-time, one-year temporary and on-site position starting in July or August.

What we offer

You will join a great team of highly motivated and experienced colleagues that are fun to work with. Research associate position gives an interesting view of the different sectors in the drug development from early research phase to clinical phase of the development. You will be introduced to your tasks thoroughly.

At Orion Pharma, your work creates true impact and well-being for our customers, patients and society at large. Our culture of friendliness, respect, mutual appreciation and diversity creates a safe working environment where you can strive for excellence. We offer a wealth of career paths and development opportunities that support the development of innovative solutions and improving the quality of life.

Please visit our website to find further information about our values and Orion as an employer .

Our expectations

• Ability to work in laboratory is essential in this position
• A relevant degree from the University of Applied Sciences, e.g. Bachelor of Laboratory Science or Bachelor of Engineering in Laboratory Technique or Vocational Qualification in Laboratory Technology (AMK / laborantti)
• Hands-on experience in chemical analytical instrumentation techniques such as HPLC or dissolution methods is an advantage
• Knowledge of GxP working principles
• A strong commitment to occupational safety is important
• Proficiency in basic computational tools and ability to learn new systems quickly
• Fluency in English and Finnish (both written and verbal)
• Excellent interaction and team working skills, with the ability to work effectively and accurately as a supportive team member

Additional information

Are you interested in this opportunity? Please send your application and CV by June 10th, 2026. You can submit your application either in Finnish or English.

For additional details, do not hesitate to contact Sanna Peltoniemi, Head of Analytical Development, Tel. +358 50 966 3697 (best available June 1st at 14-15 pm or June 5th at 9-10 am).

We typically review applications already during the application period and may start interviewing candidates before the application deadline. Therefore, we invite you to send your application as soon as possible.

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Approved medical examination which also includes drug testing is required prior to the employment. We will also carry out a security clearance prior to the employment for the selected person.

Unit description

Analytical Development provides analytical services for Orion R&D projects in both discovery and development phase. Main tasks include analytical methods development and analyses for chemical entities and drug formulations. Chemical Analytical Laboratory is part of the Analytical Development and Pharmaceutical Sciences in Orion R&D.