Scientist - Injectable Drug Product Process Development

Hobson Prior; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Slough is seeking a Drug Product Development Specialist to focus on injectable drug product manufacturing processes. The role involves refining manufacturing processes, collaborating with teams, and supporting clinical activities. Ideal candidates will have experience in developing liquid drug products and knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes. This position offers a chance to contribute to impactful medicines in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing or manufacturing liquid drug products in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Familiarity with biopharmaceuticals is a plus.
• Knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes is advantageous.
• Understanding of sterile drug product development is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine manufacturing processes for injectable drug products.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external manufacturers.
• Conduct lab studies, analyze data, and document findings.
• Perform risk assessments for manufacturing processes.
• Assist in process validation and compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Experience in developing or manufacturing liquid drug products

Familiarity with biopharmaceuticals

Knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes

Understanding of sterile drug product development

Job description

Overview

Help bring science to life and join a leading pharmaceutical company to play a key role in delivering impactful medicines that drives healthcare innovation!

Hobson Prior is seeking a Drug Product Development Specialist to join a dynamic team within Pharmaceutical Development Sciences. This role focuses on injectable drug product manufacturing processes, supporting clinical and regulatory activities. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure the successful development and production of sterile drug products.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine manufacturing processes for injectable drug products from early studies to regulatory approval.
• Select and define manufacturing parameters for clinical production.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external manufacturers to meet project goals.
• Conduct lab studies, analyse data, and document findings (e.g., filter selection, fill volume assessments, compatibility tests).
• Analyse manufacturing data to improve process understanding and performance.
• Perform risk assessments for manufacturing processes.
• Design processes for sterile injectable products in various forms (e.g., liquid, lyophilized powder, pre-filled syringes).
• Support clinical trial preparation and ensure timely production of stability and clinical batches.
• Assist in process validation and ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions and respond to authority queries.
• Investigate and resolve quality-related issues, such as deviations or complaints.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer from late-phase development to commercial production.
• Help improve departmental processes and ways of working.

Key Skills and Requirements

• Experience in developing or manufacturing liquid drug products in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Familiarity with biopharmaceuticals is a plus.
• Knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes, including vial, cartridge, and pre-filled syringe filling, is advantageous.
• Understanding of sterile drug product development, including components, process transfer, scale-up, and optimization, is beneficial.

For more information, please contact Jessica Taylor.

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