STEM Outreach Associate

Location: Craigavon
Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Evening work is required, with occasional weekend events.
Salary: Competitive
Business Unit: Central Services
Open To: Internal and External Applicants
Ref No.: HRJOB11564

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a career in STEM outreach and engagement within a leading, global life sciences organisation. Working as part of Almac Groups Outreach team, the successful candidate will help plan, design and deliver engaging STEM outreach events and activities that inspire young people and promote awareness of the wide range of career opportunities available at Almac Group.

The role involves supporting outreach initiatives across schools, colleges and universities, combining office-based and remote work with travel to external events. In this varied role, youll play an important part in helping Almac maintain its strong reputation as an employer of choice across Northern Ireland, ROI and the UK.

Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast-paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long-term career progression across the Almac Group. Our approach is simple we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. More information can be found here; Life at Almac - Almac [Links Not Allowed]

What we are looking for

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated science-qualified individual who enjoys a fast-paced, dynamic environment and working with people. If you are organised, proactive, and passionate about encouraging the next generation to consider careers in the pharmaceutical industry, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build your skills and confidence in a professional outreach setting.

You should hold a third-level degree (B.Sc. or equivalent) in a scientific discipline and have some experience through study, placements, volunteering or work of delivering presentations or engaging with external audiences. Applications from recent graduates or those about to graduate in 2026 with prior experience of working within the pharmaceutical industry are welcome.

The successful candidate must have a full drivers licence, access to transport and have eligibility to work in the UK/IE OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time, permanent employment in the UK/IE. The successful candidate will undergo Access NI clearance prior to commencing post. (For more information on essential and desirable criteria please have a look at the person specification attached to the online job posting)

It is an exciting time to join Almac Group - we are growing rapidly! Now, more than ever, we need to inspire and inform young people about the variety of rewarding career paths available to them at Almac that support our mission to Advance Human Health.

Why not make the move and join a dynamic and innovative company that offers a variety of benefits such as flexible working, an annual bonus and family-friendly initiatives?

Apply Now
Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.

Closing Date

We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Wednesday 27 May 2026.

Skills:

Educational Outreach
Organisational Skills
Team Working Skills

Benefits:

EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
Attractive Compensation Package
Lunch Learns
Employee Recognition
Employee Referral Bonus
Death in Service
Pension Scheme

STEM Outreach Associate