Principal Formulation Scientist - Topical Drug Development

LEO Pharma; København; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

LEO Pharma in Denmark seeks a Principal Formulation Scientist to lead development of topical drug products for clinical advancement. You will coordinate formulation activities, liaise with CMOs/CROs, and drive project plans within a collaborative pharmaceutical development setting.

The role emphasizes preparing regulatory documentation, contributing to CMC strategies, and guiding development teams to ensure timely delivery of milestones.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior experience in pharmaceutical science and pre‑formulation.
• Excellent planning and communication skills, with experience on CMC focus teams.
• PhD in pharmaceutical science, pre‑formulation, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute formulation activities with internal and external partners.
• Provide operational oversight of formulation development and link projects to business lines.
• Participate in topical development teams and contribute to CMC strategies and development plans.
• Oversee CDMOs to ensure milestones are met and data communicated.
• Prepare sections of regulatory documentation for submissions.

Skills

Senior pharma experience

Pre-formulation

Planning & communication

CMC focus

Lab experimentation

External partner collaboration

Education

PhD in pharmaceutical science or related field

Tools

CDMOs/CDM outsourcing

GMP knowledge

Job description

LEO Pharma in Denmark seeks a Principal Formulation Scientist to lead development of topical drug products for clinical advancement. You will coordinate formulation activities, liaise with CMOs/CROs, and drive project plans within a collaborative pharmaceutical development setting.

The role emphasizes preparing regulatory documentation, contributing to CMC strategies, and guiding development teams to ensure timely delivery of milestones.