Careers at Guires

Build the science behind tomorrow's products.

Join scientists, clinicians, food technologists, cosmetic chemists and lab analysts across six Guires businesses. Work full time, part time, remotely, as a consultant or as an intern.

Ways to work

Five ways to join Guires

Choose the arrangement that fits your life and career stage. Select one to see matching openings.

Why Guires

What you get when you join

Real R&D, real products

Work on formulations, studies and publications that reach journals, clinics and store shelves.

Labs and pilot plants

Formulation kitchens, microbiology, sensory and analytical labs, and pilot manufacturing lines.

Move across six businesses

Grow from publishing to clinical research, from food to cosmetics, without leaving the group.

Mentoring from specialists

Learn from PhD scientists, physicians, veterinary nutritionists and AMWA / EMWA-trained writers.

Flexible working

Office, hybrid, remote and part-time options, depending on the role.

Global clients

Teams in Chennai and Manchester deliver projects for clients in more than 30 countries.

Open positions

Find your role

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Have the knowledge, a good attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit? Apply now and we'll find the right position for you at Guires.

Hiring process

How we hire

Most applicants hear back within two weeks. Consultant and internship applications follow a shorter path.

  1. 1

    Apply

    Fill in the online form and email it with your resume to careers@guires.com.

  2. 2

    Screening call

    A 20-minute conversation with our talent team.

  3. 3

    Skills assessment

    A short task matched to the role: writing, lab, data or formulation.

  4. 4

    Interview

    Meet the business head and the team you'll work with.

  5. 5

    Offer & onboarding

    Offer letter, induction and a named mentor for your first months.

Programmes

Consultant network and internships

Consultants & experts

Join our expert network

Independent specialists work with us on a project basis. Tell us your field and we'll match you to projects across publishing, clinical research, formulation and testing.

Who
Subject matter experts, medical and regulatory writers, biostatisticians, formulation scientists, veterinarians, regulatory consultants
How
Project-based, remote or on-site
Terms
Per project or retainer
Internships

Start your career in the lab

Students and recent graduates join live projects with a mentor, in our labs, pilot plant or research teams.

Who
Students and graduates in food technology, biotechnology, microbiology, chemistry, pharmacy, life sciences and statistics
Length
2 to 6 months
Where
Chennai labs, or remote for research and writing roles
Life at Guires

Work, learn and celebrate together

The Guires teamScientists, writers, analysts and lab specialists working together in Chennai.
Lab daysTasting panels, sensory trials and product development
Learning hoursKnowledge sessions with global partners
Celebrations and milestonesAnniversaries, festivals and team days out
FAQ

Questions from applicants

Can I apply for more than one role?

Yes. Apply to each role separately, or upload your resume once with a general application and list the roles in your technical skills.

Do you hire remote workers outside India and the UK?

Some remote writing, research and consultant roles are open worldwide. Each listing shows where the role can be based.

Can part-time roles become full time?

Often, yes. Many of our full-time team started part time or as interns.

Is there an internship certificate?

Interns who complete their programme receive a certificate and a reference from their mentor.

I don't see a matching role. Can I still apply?

Yes. Use "Upload your resume" in the Open positions section and we'll keep you in mind for new openings.

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