Working Student (gn) Packaging Compliance & Sustainability
- Formycon AG
- Working student
- Published: 2026-10-19
Formycon is a leading, independent developer of high-quality biopharmaceutical drugs, particularly biosimilars. With a team of around 200 experienced specialists, we develop complex medicines across the entire value chain – from pharmaceutical and technical development to clinical studies and regulatory submissions.
Our focus lies on therapies in ophthalmology and immunology as well as other important chronic diseases. With our biosimilars, we make a significant contribution to improving patient access to essential and affordable medicines
To support our Packaging & Device Development team in Martinsried near Munich, we are looking for a motivated and reliable Working Student (gn) for 15- 20 hours per week, for a fixed term of 4 months.
Your responsibilities
As a Working Student (gn), you will support our team with the following tasks:
- Build and maintain a comprehensive database of packaging components, including material specifications, composition data, and packaging weights
- Analyze packaging materials and components with regard to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and national packaging compliance schemes across European countries
- Research and document country-specific packaging requirements, disposal markings, recycling labels, and other regulatory obligations
- Support the creation and maintenance of compliance documentation and Certificates of Compliance based on existing technical documentation
- Review available technical documentation and identify missing data, specifications, or supporting evidence
- Contribute to the assessment of packaging recyclability and sustainability characteristics and integrate relevant information into the packaging database
- Monitor developments related to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and summarize upcoming requirements relevant to our business
- Prepare analyses, reports, and recommendations to support internal decision-making
- Collaborate with colleagues from Supply Chain, Packaging Development, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and other functions
Your qualifications
- Advanced studies in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Technology, Sustainability Management, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable discipline
- Strong interest in packaging compliance, sustainability, circular economy, and European packaging regulations
- Initial knowledge of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and European packaging compliance systems
- Familiarity with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes or Dual Systems is considered an advantage
- Strong analytical skills and a structured, detail-oriented approach to work
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks proactively
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Good English language skills, both written and spoken; German is beneficial but not required
- Solid Microsoft 365 skills, particularly Excel
What we offer
- A challenging and varied working student position in a growing biopharmaceutical company
- A unique opportunity to work on a highly relevant European sustainability and compliance project
- Practical experience at the intersection of packaging technology, regulatory affairs, sustainability, and supply chain management
- Meaningful responsibilities and the opportunity to contribute from day one
- Flexible working hours, compatible with your studies and exam periods
- A collaborative and international working environment
- Modern offices in Martinsried, near Munich
More details on our culture and benefits can be found on our career page.
Bring us your skills and energy, and shape your own career in a stimulating and open work environment. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are ready to take on new challenges with enthusiasm and personal commitment. Working at Formycon means being part of a smart, innovative team with minimal hierarchy and opportunity to share your own ideas.
If this sounds interesting to you, we look forward to receiving your application including information on your availability (start date, duration, weekly hours) via our online application portal.
We welcome applications from all people – regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, origin, religion/belief, disability, age or lifestyle.
Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration in cases of equal suitability. Please note that our building is currently not fully wheelchair accessible. However, we warmly encourage you to contact us so that we can discuss and explore suitable solutions together to accommodate individual needs.
If you have any questions, please email us at recruiting@formycon.com.
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