Formulation Scientist (12-Month Fixed-Term Role)

Quotient Sciences; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Quotient Sciences in Nottingham seeks a Formulation Scientist to join our Formulation Development team. You will contribute to early-stage pre-formulation studies, formulation characterisation and transferring processes into GMP clinical manufacturing.

This hands-on role offers opportunities to develop specialist expertise in a collaborative, science-led environment. Responsibilities include designing development studies, performing pre-formulation assessments, developing radiolabelling methods

Qualifications

• Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• Strong scientific and laboratory skills with methodical approach.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to quality, compliance and safety.
• Experience in formulation development within pharma or similar lab setting.
• Knowledge of pre-formulation and formulation characterisation techniques.
• Experience working in GMP or regulated environments.
• Knowledge of radiolabelling techniques (desirable).
• Experience preparing scientific reports and protocols (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and conduct formulation development studies per project timelines.
• Perform pre-formulation assessments and characterisation activities.
• Develop, optimise and validate radiolabelling methods where required.
• Support transfer of processes into GMP clinical manufacturing environments.
• Prepare protocols, technical documents and study reports.
• Analyse and interpret scientific data; ensure accurate records.
• Maintain compliant lab records per procedures and regulations.
• Communicate progress, results and recommendations to team.
• Ensure GMP, GxP, health and safety compliance.
• Safely handle, store and dispose of radioactive isotopes per procedures.
• Support sourcing and management of excipients and development materials.
• Maintain equipment, consumables and workspace for safety and efficiency.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and team objectives.

Education

Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Pharmacy/Chemistry

Strong scientific & laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Analytical & problem-solving abilities

Effective written & verbal communication

Independent and collaborative work

Quality, compliance & safety

Experience in formulation development

Knowledge of pre-formulation & formulation characterisation

Experience in GMP or regulated environment

Radiolabelling knowledge (desirable)

Experience preparing scientific reports/protocols (desirable)

Job description

The Role

At Quotient Sciences, everyday counts when bringing new medicines to patients. As a Formulation Scientist, you'll play an important role in transforming promising drug candidates into pharmaceutical products suitable for clinical development.

Working within our Formulation Development team, you'll support a diverse range of formulation development activities, from early-stage pre-formulation studies and formulation characterisation through to transferring processes into GMP clinical manufacturing. This is a hands-on laboratory role offering the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, develop specialist technical expertise, and contribute to the delivery of innovative medicines in a collaborative and science-led environment.

Whether you're building upon existing formulation experience or looking to further develop your skills within pharmaceutical development, this role offers excellent opportunities for learning, growth, and scientific impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan and conduct formulation development studies in line with project requirements and agreed timelines.
• Perform pre-formulation assessments and formulation characterisation activities to support product development.
• Develop, optimise and validate radiolabelling methods where required.
• Support the transfer of formulation and radiolabelling processes into GMP clinical manufacturing environments.
• Prepare experimental protocols, technical documents and study reports.
• Analyse and interpret scientific data, ensuring results are accurately recorded and reported.
• Maintain clear, detailed and compliant laboratory records in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate study progress, results and recommendations to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ensure all work is conducted in compliance with GMP, GxP, health and safety and radiological safety requirements.
• Safely handle, store and dispose of radioactive isotopes in accordance with regulatory requirements and company procedures.
• Support the sourcing, management and control of formulation excipients and development materials.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, consumables and workspaces to ensure a safe and effective working environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities and support wider team objectives as required.

Skills and Experience Required

Essential

• Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry or another closely related scientific discipline.
• Strong scientific and laboratory skills with a methodical approach to experimental work.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, compliance and safety.
• Previous experience in formulation development within the pharmaceutical industry or a similar laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of pre-formulation and formulation characterisation techniques.
• Experience working within a GMP or another regulated environment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of radiolabelling techniques or radioisotope handling.
• Experience preparing scientific reports, protocols and technical documentation.

Learning Opportunities

• Gain hands-on experience across a broad range of formulation development projects.
• Develop expertise in pre-formulation, formulation characterisation and pharmaceutical development.
• Learn about GMP clinical manufacturing and technology transfer activities.
• Build knowledge of radiolabelling techniques and specialist pharmaceutical processes.
• Work alongside experienced scientists and technical experts across multiple disciplines.
• Develop project management, communication and problem-solving skills that support career progression within Pharmaceutical Development.