Formulation Scientist – Materials & Process Modelling (18-Month)

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants is seeking a Formulation Scientist (Materials Characterisation & Formulation) for an 18‑month fixed‑term assignment in Sandwich, UK. The role focuses on pharmaceutical formulation and drug product development, working to assess material variability and manufacturability through lab studies.

The successful candidate will design experiments, analyse data, and develop models to predict performance, collaborating with cross‑functional teams while ensuring GLP and

Qualifications

• Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science.
• 3–5 years of industrial experience in pharmaceutical formulation, process development, or manufacturing sciences.
• Experience with oral solid dosage forms and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Strong ability to design experiments and interpret scientific data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory studies to assess material variability and supplier changes.
• Apply formulation science and process understanding to evaluate product performance.
• Develop small-scale models to simulate manufacturing processes.
• Conduct studies covering blending, granulation, compression, coating, stability, and product robustness.
• Utilise data analysis and predictive modelling to support decisions.
• Investigate relationships between material attributes, manufacturing processes, and product quality.
• Collaborate with formulation, analytical, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
• Prepare technical reports and project updates.
• Ensure work adheres to GLP, SOPs and quality requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and laboratory excellence initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Technical writing

Education

Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related

Job description

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants is seeking a Formulation Scientist (Materials Characterisation & Formulation) for an 18‑month fixed‑term assignment in Sandwich, UK. The role focuses on pharmaceutical formulation and drug product development, working to assess material variability and manufacturability through lab studies.

The successful candidate will design experiments, analyse data, and develop models to predict performance, collaborating with cross‑functional teams while ensuring GLP and