At a time when the pharmaceutical industry is arguably at a low in terms of reputation and image, universities are not producing the quantity and quality of science graduates to fill vacancies, and a science career is seen as boring by school leavers more interested in being famous singers or footballers, who better to be an ambassador for the industry than someone who has been identified as one of its future leaders?
After graduating from Manchester University with a first class degree in Chemical Engineering in 2010, Peter Harding joined GSK and having completed a three-year graduate training programme with the company, he is currently Process Engineer in Primary Operations at the UK pharmaceutical manufacturer’s plant in Worthing, West Sussex.
In July this year, he won the BASF Young Ambassador of the Year Award in a scheme organised by the Chemical Industries Association (CIA). The Award is given to an outstanding young person under 30 who has demonstrated communication skills and leadership in the chemical industry and has contributed to its success. Candidates are assessed on their ability to convey to others the excitement and opportunities the industry offers; on their appreciation of the issues and challenges facing the industry; and on their strong personal commitment to the sector.
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