Formulation Scientist: Particle & Process Design

dsm-firmenich; Kaiseraugst; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

dsm-firmenich in Kaiseraugst, Switzerland seeks a Formulation Scientist to drive innovative formulations for food, supplements and oral pharmaceuticals. The role emphasizes emulsification, spray drying and powder processing, with emphasis on bioavailability and controlled-release approaches.

The candidate should hold a PhD or MSc with strong industry experience and collaborate across disciplines to deliver robust formulations.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc with a strong track record in industrial formulation and process development.
• Proven expertise across at least two of the listed processing areas.
• Strong understanding of particle and powder characterization.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation development projects for food, dietary supplement, and oral pharmaceutical applications.
• Support cross-functional ideation and innovation workshops.
• Apply experimental design and data analysis to optimize formulations and drivers.
• Analyze, interpret, and communicate results via reports and presentations.
• Develop and apply characterization methods to assess performance.
• Train and guide laboratory staff and technicians.

Skills

Emulsification

Spray drying

Fluid bed processing

Extrusion

Bioavailability enhancement

Education

PhD in Pharmaceutical Technology / Food Technology / Chemistry / Materials Science

MSc with strong industrial formulation experience

Tools

Particle size analysis

Morphology analysis

Powder flow / compaction

Tableting knowledge

Job description

dsm-firmenich in Kaiseraugst, Switzerland seeks a Formulation Scientist to drive innovative formulations for food, supplements and oral pharmaceuticals. The role emphasizes emulsification, spray drying and powder processing, with emphasis on bioavailability and controlled-release approaches.

The candidate should hold a PhD or MSc with strong industry experience and collaborate across disciplines to deliver robust formulations.