Senior Formulation Scientist

Rosemont Pharmaceuticals; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Cash Plan

Pension contribution

26 days annual leave

Flexible working

Free on-site parking

Rewards platform

Job summary

Rosemont Pharmaceuticals is seeking an experienced Senior Formulation Scientist to join our Research & Development team in Leeds. You will lead the development of robust and stable oral formulations from concept through to commercialisation, ensuring regulatory and patient needs are met across the UK, Europe, and the US.

You will report to the Formulation & Innovation Manager and manage multiple development projects, guiding cross-functional teams and ensuring successful technology transfer into

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmaceutics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop robust, stable, and patient-focused oral pharmaceutical formulations.
• Design and optimise formulations and manufacturing processes for new product development.
• Manage multiple development projects from early-stage approval through to scale-up and regulatory submission.
• Support the introduction of new products through cross-functional collaboration and project participation.
• Produce manufacturing methods and support technical transfer into commercial production.
• Develop protocols, reports, and validation documentation to support product development activities.
• Ensure stability programmes and regulatory requirements are fully met.
• Collaborate with Analytical Development teams to support analytical method development, validation, and transfer.
• Maintain accurate scientific records and documentation in compliance with internal procedures.
• Produce and review scientific documentation including SOPs, work instructions, protocols, reports, and COSHH assessments.
• Identify opportunities to improve products, processes, and development systems.
• Remain informed of emerging scientific developments and promote best practice across the business.
• Ensure all activities comply with GLP, cGMP, and relevant quality standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology/ Pharmaceutics

Job description

For over 50 years, Rosemont Pharmaceuticals has been a trusted name in the development and manufacture of oral liquid medicines. With a portfolio of over 130 products - including 70 licensed medicines - we’re proud to support healthcare professionals and patients, especially those with swallowing difficulties.

Our purpose is clear: to improve patient outcomes through innovation in liquid formulations. We’re highly respected across the pharmaceutical industry and have played a key role in establishing best practices for dysphagia care.

Our mission is to create a globally connected, people-focused organisation where every individual is empowered to thrive and achieve their best. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact to patients across the world and want to be part of a company with a strong heritage and ambitious vision, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Formulation Scientist to join our Research & Development team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing innovative, patient-focused pharmaceutical formulations that support Rosemont’s mission of improving patient outcomes.

Reporting to the Formulation & Innovation Manager, you will lead the development of robust and stable formulations from concept through to commercialisation, applying your scientific expertise to create high-quality products that meet regulatory, commercial, and patient needs across the UK, Europe, and United States.

This role required the successful candidate to be based at out Leeds facility Monday – Friday each week.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently develop robust, stable, and patient-focused oral pharmaceutical formulations.
• Design and optimise formulations and manufacturing processes for new product development.
• Manage multiple development projects from early-stage approval through to scale-up and regulatory submission.
• Support the introduction of new products through cross-functional collaboration and project participation.
• Produce manufacturing methods and support technical transfer into commercial production.
• Develop protocols, reports, and validation documentation to support product development activities.
• Ensure stability programmes and regulatory requirements are fully met.
• Collaborate with Analytical Development teams to support analytical method development, validation, and transfer.
• Maintain accurate scientific records and documentation in compliance with internal procedures.
• Produce and review scientific documentation including SOPs, work instructions, protocols, reports, and COSHH assessments.
• Identify opportunities to improve products, processes, and development systems.
• Remain informed of emerging scientific developments and promote best practice across the business.
• Ensure all activities comply with GLP, cGMP, and relevant quality standards.

What We're Looking For:

• Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmaceutics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Multiple years experience in a laboratory-based formulation development role.
• Experience within the generic pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong experience developing and optimising formulations from concept through to commercial launch.
• Experience working within UK/EU and US pharmaceutical regulatory environments.
• Strong understanding of GMP requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders.

Technical Expertise

• Proven experience developing sustained-release and modified-release oral formulations.
• Strong knowledge of polymers used in oral sustained-release dosage forms.
• Hands-on experience with ion-exchange resin complexation technologies.
• Hands-on experience with particle coating technologies.
• Experience with hot-melt granulation would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Builds strong working relationships and collaborates effectively across teams.
• Continuously seeks opportunities to learn, develop, and share knowledge.
• Customer-focused with an understanding of both internal and external stakeholder needs.
• Able to make sound decisions and drive continuous improvement.
• Motivates and influences others through positive leadership behaviours.

At Rosemont, we believe great benefits go beyond salary. That’s why our offering is shaped by what our people truly value:

Healthcare Cash Plan – Personal cover to support your health and wellbeing

3% Employee / 5% Company Pension Contribution – Helping you plan for the future

26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Flexible Working – Including hybrid and flexible working hours available.

Free On-Site Parking – Convenient access to our Leeds facility

Rosemont Rewards Platform – Discounts, free perks, and wellbeing tools for all employees

We are committed to fostering an environment of enablement where our people can grow, develop their talents, and pursue meaningful career paths. By placing patients and customers at the heart of everything we do, we drive high performance through accountability, consistency, and a strong governance structure. We champion inclusion, community, and a rewarding employee experience, creating a culture that supports development, celebrates achievement, and empowers individuals to thrive.

Diversity & Inclusion is integral to our culture and reflecting the patients we serve. At Rosemont, we believe equal opportunity for all is fundamental to our company's values and all our applicants can expect fairness and transparency in our recruitment process.