Formulation Scientist in Greater Manchester (UK)

Job Title: Formulation Scientist

Type: Permanent

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: £24,000 – £27,000 DOE

Hours: Monday – Friday (days) finishing at either 17:00 or 18.00

Additional Benefits: Company pension, 21 days + BH hols, parking onsite

We are working exclusively with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company to appoint a Formulation Scientist. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a growing company and receive extensive training while progressing within the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking formulation development duties to support R&D
• Conducting validation, optimization and scale up studies
• Planning and scheduling work to meet KPIs
• Reviewing customer enquiries to create bespoke formulations
• Conducting data checks for quality and consistency
• Performing method development, verification/validation of existing and new products
• Supporting deviations, CAPA, change control, complaints, and recalls
• Providing auditing support
• Ensuring targets are met through continuous development and coaching of staff
• Developing liquid, solid, and semi-solid formulations for oral and topical products
• Sourcing new raw materials and determining their quality
• Writing technical documentation including batch manufacturing records and technical reports
• Involved in validation activities such as DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ and PV
• Generating protocols and reports
• Reviewing existing processes to ensure compliance and streamlining

Qualifications and Skills:

• Degree in a relevant scientific discipline
• Previous formulation experience in a pharmaceutical setting is highly desirable
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role within a GMP accredited organization
• Strong IT skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Problem-solving, risk analysis, and negotiation skills
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
• Motivation, accuracy, discretion, and helpfulness

If you have a passion for pharmaceuticals and formulation development, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company. Apply now with your CV to join our team!