You can make this change even if you have no previous industry experience or a science or engineering qualification
Join over 2,000 other people both old and young with backgrounds including:
- Homemakers
- Self-Employed
- Early School Leavers – you don’t need a Leaving Cert or A Levels if you have work experience
- Working Parents – with young kids
- Restaurants/Hospitality – Chef, Cook, Restaurant Manager, etc.
- Healthcare – Nurse, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, etc.)
- Manufacturing – Production Operator, Assembler, Packaging, etc.
- Meat Processing – Operator, Butcher, etc.
- Defense Force – Military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Air Corps, etc.
- Construction – Electrician, Carpenter/Joiner, Foreman, General Operative
- Warehouse – All Warehouse Workers
- Sales/Business – Retail Sales, Pharma Sales, Business, Accountants, Finance, etc.
- Other – Farmers, Designers, Architects, Airline Staff, Beauty/Hair Salon, etc.
The industry is growing with more than 9,115 new jobs expected by 2027
What starter level jobs could I retrain for?
- Process Operator – Works in a pharmaceutical manufacturing plant such as Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Lilly, Abbvie, MSD, etc. Other names for this role are:
- BioProcess Operator
- BioProcess Manufacturing Operator
- Chemical Process Operator
- Cleanroom Operator
- Manufacturing Operator – Works in a medical device manufacturing plant such as Stryker, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, etc. Other names for this role are:
- Manufacturing Team Member
- Manufacturing Operative
- Product Assembler
- Production Operator
- Production Operative
- Production Team Member
- Packaging Operator – Works in both pharmaceutical and medical device plants. Some companies call this role:
- Packaging Operative
- Warehouse Operator
Estimated salaries from €31,000 – €42,000 plus overtime, bonuses and allowances which can add anywhere from 10% to 50% on top of the base salary (Based on Irish job data).
For more senior jobs and a higher salary
Step 2: Take our AWARD-WINNING NFQ Level 7 Certificate in eBioPharmachem program to give yourself a competitive edge, get more senior jobs with a higher salary and get a university qualification from Technological University Dublin Ireland.
Typical roles:
- Process Technician
- BioProcess Technician
- BioProcess Associate
- Manufacturing Technician
Estimated salaries from €45,0000 – €70,000 plus overtime, bonuses and allowances which can add anywhere from 10% to 30% on top of the base salary (Based on Irish job data).
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This 2-module program will teach you exactly what you need to get your first job
Module 1 – Manufacturing Safe Medicines and Medical Devices (GMP) (Weeks 1 – 6)
After you complete this module:
- You’ll be able to talk to employers with confidence about the systems and processes used in pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing and about the rules and regulations that you need to follow.
- You’ll have enough technical knowledge to work in this environment.
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You’ll be able to write reports and reference materials in a manner consistent with the professional norms of this industry.
Module 2 – Advanced Job Hunting For the Pharma Industry (Weeks 7-10)
After you complete this module:
- You’ll know about your local BioPharma/MedTech manufacturing industry and where the jobs are.
- You’ll know which jobs you’d be perfect for and where to find them.
- You’ll be able to assess your own skill set and know how to sell that to employers.
- You’ll know what employers expect from your application and job interview.
- You’ll be able to follow a step-by-step process to find, apply and successfully interview for your first job in this industry.
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There are over 213 Pharma and Med Device Factories in Ireland employing 75,000 people
Are there Pharma and Med Device Factories and Jobs Near Me?
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Common Questions About the BioPharma/MedTech Industry
Why Choose a Pharmaceutical Career?
Job Descriptions and Salaries
Common Questions About the BioPharma/MedTech Industry
Why Choose a Pharmaceutical Career?
Job Descriptions and Salaries
Hear from people who’ve found a job in pharma after taking this program
Bharvi Soni
Previous Background:
Event Management
“I found the course interesting, challenging, rewarding and valuable”
“The course material was very relevant and the course coordinator was flexible and always approachable for any queries. I found the course interesting, challenging, rewarding, and valuable. After attending it, I managed to find a job in the pharmaceutical/medical device industry straight away. I am starting to apply the skills that I learnt from the course which will be a great contributor to my career. I already have, and will, recommend this course to others.”
Sean McLaughlin
Previous Background:
Operator (Pepsi)
“I have a new confidence going into the future”
“I really enjoyed the course, it gave me great confidence and taught me new skills, and most importantly, I am now working in a manufacturing facility. This is an excellent course not just for the insight into the biopharmaceutical industry, but it also gives you a great idea of who you are, and updating your CV and getting involved with social media, betters your chance of finding employment. This programme was hard at times but the help was there whenever it was required.”
Fergal O’Doherty
“This is an excellent course”
“The course gave me an understanding of key pharmaceutical concepts, document traceability and the science behind pharmaceutical products
This is an excellent course for those wishing to work in the pharmaceutical sector.
The online course was very enjoyable and has helped me on a day-to-day basis in my career”
Jessa Reid
Agnes Hove
Price & Start Dates
For 4 months
Or €2399 in Advance
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Advanced job hunting program that will help you find your first job in pharma
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
For 4 months
Or $2699 in Advance
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Advanced job hunting program that will help you find your first job in pharma
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
For 4 months
Or £1999 in Advance
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Advanced job hunting program that will help you find your first job in pharma
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
Price & Start Dates
Or $699/month for 4 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
Or €599/month for 4 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
Or £499/month for 4 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
Price & Start Dates
Or £499/month for 4 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
Or €599/month for 4 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
Or $699/month for 4 months.
Price Includes:
- End of week progress checks by us to MAKE SURE you finish the program
- Delivered online so you can learn from home (or anywhere) on your own schedule
- Robust job hunting program that will help you find a job
- Regular & ongoing access to a dedicated career coaching counsellor
No Hidden Fees
- No application fees
- No registration fees
- No resource/book fees
- No certificate fees
Application Deadline: Wednesday 22nd January
Program Starts: 29th January