Formulation Scientist - Antibody

Planet Pharma; Slough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma is seeking a laboratory-based scientist to join the Injectable Formulation Development team. You will support non-clinical and clinical development with analytical experiments and formulation activities for antibody-based molecules.

The role emphasizes pre-formulation work, data interpretation, and collaboration across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on laboratory experience.
• Strong technical expertise in protein/antibody analytical methods such as HPLC/UPLC, iCE, UV spectroscopy, DLS, CGE, rheology, and sub-visible particle analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical experiments and enabling studies to support non-clinical and clinical development.
• Contribute to pre-formulation and formulation activities, including lab set-up and maintenance of technical resources.
• Prepare scientific documentation such as protocols and reports, drawing on understanding of degradation pathways in antibody-based molecules.
• Present experimental findings to project teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Biochemistry knowledge

Numeracy

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Biology

Tools

HPLC/UPLC

iCE

UV spectroscopy

DLS

CGE

Rheology

Sub-visible particle analysis

Laboratory automation

Job description

Location: EU-based (right to work required)

About the Opportunity

Our client, a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation, is seeking a talented laboratory-based scientist to join their Injectable Formulation Development team. This group plays a pivotal role in advancing biologics programmes, providing robust formulations to support the full development lifecycle—from early toxicology studies through to late-stage clinical trials. The team is also committed to innovating new formulation technologies to enhance the stability of both conventional and next-generation antibody formats.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-impact therapeutic development within a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical experiments and enabling studies to support non-clinical and clinical development.
• Contribute to pre-formulation and formulation activities, including lab set-up and maintenance of technical resources.
• Prepare scientific documentation such as protocols and reports, drawing on a strong understanding of biochemical and biophysical degradation pathways in antibody-based molecules.
• Present experimental findings to project teams and stakeholders.

Skills & Experience

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) or PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on laboratory experience.
• Strong technical expertise in protein/antibody analytical methods such as HPLC/UPLC, iCE, UV spectroscopy, DLS, CGE, rheology, and sub-visible particle analysis.
• Experience in formulation development and/or laboratory automation is advantageous.
• High level of numeracy with the ability to critically interpret data.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team.