Associate Principal Scientist - Formulation (Complex Meds) in Cheadle, Greater Manchester

Energy Jobline CVL; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist in Cheadle to lead formulation projects for complex medications. Candidates should have a PhD or extensive experience in formulation development, strong knowledge of drug delivery systems, and a valid UK driving licence. This role involves collaboration, innovation, and mentoring, aiming to shape the future of drug delivery. Competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent experience in formulation development if PhD is obtained.
• 6+ years of recent experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• Strong knowledge of drug delivery systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation and process design for drug products.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and lab support.
• Act as project leader for pharmaceutical programs.

Skills

Formulation development

Project leadership

Analytical collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Bachelor’s degree with extensive experience

Job description

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Exciting Opportunity: Associate Principal Scientist - Formulation - Complex Meds

Job Details

• Title: Associate Principal Scientist - Formulation (Complex Meds)
• Type: Permanent
• Location: Cheadle, South Manchester (occasional UK and international travel required – Driving License Required)
• Salary: DOE

Role Summary

As an Associate Principal Scientist, you will play a key role in driving formulation projects across a diverse portfolio of client projects within Complex Meds. You will lead the design and development of both simple and complex drug products, ensuring optimal in vivo performance and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading formulation and process design for oral and parenteral drug products across clinical phases in the Complex Meds space
• Applying scientific and pragmatic thinking to deliver innovative product and technology solutions
• Providing hands‑on troubleshooting and laboratory support when needed
• Collaborating with analytical scientists to ensure robust testing of formulations
• Acting as project leader for pharmaceutical development programmes
• Managing CRO activities and client communications
• Supporting regulatory strategy and authoring CMC documentation
• Introducing new formulation technologies and contributing to continuous improvement
• Coaching and mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development
• Representing the company at conferences and industry events

Ideal Candidate

• PhD with 3+ years of recent experience or a Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of recent experience in formulation development
• Expertise in oral and parenteral formulation development, including modified‑release, nano‑particulate, or liposomal systems—specifically for complex drug products
• Strong knowledge of material properties, drug delivery systems, and global CMC regulatory requirements
• Recent experience progressing complex drug products from discovery through to launch
• Valid UK driving licence

If you're a formulation science leader ready to make a real impact in pharmaceutical development, this is your opportunity to join a forward‑thinking team and shape the future of drug delivery. Apply now to take the next step in your career!

For more information, please contact Selby De Klerk at SRG.

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