Formulation Scientist

Cranleigh STEM, Sustainability & SHEQ Recruitment; New Forest; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Formulation Development Scientist to innovate solid oral dosage forms. This hands-on role involves developing formulations, supporting customer projects, and collaborating with a technical team to enhance product innovation. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in formulation science, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Private medical and dental cover

Annual holiday starting at 21 days plus bank holidays

Holiday buy scheme (up to 5 extra days)

Company pension with double match (up to 10%)

Income protection and life assurance (4x salary)

Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP app

Subsidised staff restaurant and discounted shopping portal

Annual salary review and spot bonus scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with solid oral dosage forms (formulation, development, or applications support).
• Strong analytical skills with lab instrumentation.
• Excellent communication skills for reporting and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test formulations for tablets and capsules.
• Support customer projects in the Formulation Centre of Excellence.
• Generate high-quality technical reports and present findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, or related field

Job description

We’re partnering with a global name in pharmaceutical innovation to recruit a Formulation Development Scientist. This is a hands-on, lab-based opportunity where you’ll play a key role in developing cutting-edge oral dosage forms. You'll support product innovation, customer projects, and applications development, while working with a collaborative and empowering technical team. If you’re passionate about formulation science and ready to contribute to real-world healthcare solutions, this could be the next step in your career.

About the Role

As a Formulation Development Scientist, you'll join a specialist team focused on solid oral dosage form innovation. Working closely with technical managers and the regional field force, you’ll create and test prototype formulations, assess new excipients, and generate technical data that supports both customer applications and internal innovation.

This role also involves supporting education events, presenting findings, and helping ensure equipment and laboratory standards are consistently high.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and test formulations for tablets and capsules from lab scale through to production.
• Support customer projects in the Formulation Centre of Excellence or regional laboratories.
• Collaborate on innovation projects and contribute to new product development.
• Generate high-quality technical reports and present findings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Operate and maintain lab and analytical equipment in line with safety and quality standards.
• Contribute to training, demonstrations, and technical education events.
• Source and manage lab materials and consumables.

What You’ll Need

• A degree in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience with solid oral dosage forms (formulation, development, or applications support).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use and maintain lab instrumentation.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal – for technical reporting and presentations.
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for working on innovation projects.

Salary, Benefits & Location

• Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience)
• Bonus: 6% target annual bonus
• Location: Kent
• Benefits include:
• Private medical and dental cover
• Annual holiday (starting at 21 days plus bank holidays, rising with service)
• Holiday buy scheme (up to 5 extra days)
• Company pension with double match (up to 10%)
• Income protection and life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP app
• Subsidised staff restaurant and discounted shopping portal
• Annual salary review and spot bonus scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Ready to Apply?

If you're eager to contribute to meaningful pharmaceutical innovation and enjoy working in a dynamic, inclusive, and team-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.