Formulation Scientist

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health and retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Modern formulation laboratories

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Formulation Scientist to join a forward-thinking pharmaceutical R&D team in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will lead pre-formulation, development, scale-up, and analytical method validation to create innovative dosage forms and robust drug delivery systems.

The role demands a strong pharma background, hands-on formulation expertise, and collaborative problem-solving to translate concepts into safe, effective medicines with GMP-compliant processes.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Proven ability to develop and scale-up various dosage forms.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements and analytical techniques used in formulation development (HPLC, dissolution).

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-formulation studies to understand physicochemical properties of drug substances.
• Design and develop dosage forms (tablets, capsules, injectables, topical).
• Optimize formulations for release profiles, stability, and bioavailability.
• Develop scale-up plans from lab to pilot and manufacturing scales.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for formulation characterization.
• Collaborate with analytical development, manufacturing, and regulatory teams.

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or related discipline

Strong formulation development experience

Collaborative team player

Tools

HPLC

Dissolution testing

Analytical method development

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking pharmaceutical company, is actively seeking a creative and skilled Formulation Scientist to join their Research & Development department in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This role is central to the development of innovative dosage forms and drug delivery systems for new and existing pharmaceutical products. The Formulation Scientist will be responsible for pre-formulation studies, formulation development, optimization, and scale-up activities. This position requires a strong understanding of pharmaceutics, drug delivery technologies, and analytical techniques. We are looking for a dedicated scientist who is passionate about transforming pharmaceutical concepts into effective and stable medicinal products. This role is crucial for bringing new therapies to market.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-formulation studies to understand the physicochemical properties of drug substances.
• Design and develop novel and conventional pharmaceutical dosage forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, injections, topical formulations).
• Optimize formulations to achieve desired drug release profiles, stability, and bioavailability.
• Perform laboratory-scale formulation development and prepare study batches.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for characterization of formulations and drug products.
• Oversee and participate in scale-up activities from laboratory to pilot and manufacturing scales.
• Collaborate with analytical development, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs teams.
• Document all experimental work, results, and reports in a clear and comprehensive manner.
• Stay abreast of new trends and technologies in pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Proven experience in developing various dosage forms and understanding drug delivery systems.
• Proficiency in standard pharmaceutical laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques commonly used in formulation development (e.g., HPLC, dissolution testing).
• Understanding of GMP requirements relevant to formulation development and manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and scientific curiosity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team in Kimberley, Northern Cape.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Access to modern formulation development laboratories.
• Contribution to the development of new and improved medicines.
• A dynamic team environment in Kimberley, Northern Cape.