Senior technologist

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Swindon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site performance bonus

Pension matched up to 8%

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Discounts via Reward Gateway

LinkedIn Learning subscription

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Vehicle car scheme

On-site canteen

Job summary

Catalent Swindon seeks a Senior Technologist to lead critical product transfers and development activities, ensuring successful introductions and optimized manufacturing processes. The role requires technical leadership, prioritisation, and strict adherence to GMP and regulatory standards.

Based in Swindon, the candidate will drive process improvements, resolve issues, and train teams while acting as a key client contact and stakeholder communicator within Catalent’s global network.

Qualifications

• Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or life sciences.
• Knowledge of OSD formulation and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead product transfers, process development and validation activities.
• Develop process specifications and optimise manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical expertise to resolve process issues and improve performance.
• Ensure GMP, regulatory and quality standards are met.
• Manage project priorities and resources to meet timelines.
• Train and support manufacturing teams on new processes.

Skills

DoE

Project leadership

Education

Pharmaceutical Sciences / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

GMP

Job description

Position Summary

Our Swindon facility houses our Zydis® fast dissolving tablet development and manufacturing operation as well as a CMC pharmaceutical analytical lab services unit that offers ASAP stability. Position Summary We have an opportunity for a Senior technologist to join our team and lead critical product transfers and process development activities. In this role, you will ensure successful product introduction, optimize manufacturing processes, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. You will provide technical expertise, manage priorities, and support operational excellence. This is a chance to make a real impact in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Shift & Location

Shift: Monday - Friday 37.5 per week.

Location: Swindon, UK 100% Onsite

The Role

• Lead product transfers, process development, and validation activities to ensure successful product introduction.
• Develop process specifications, optimize manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide technical expertise to resolve process issues and improve operational performance.
• Ensure equipment, processes, and documentation meet Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), regulatory, and quality standards.
• Manage project priorities and resources to achieve business objectives and timelines.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Train and support manufacturing teams on new processes and ensure training compliance.
• Act as a key client contact, providing technical updates, reports, and stakeholder communication.

The Candidate Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing, product development, or life sciences.
• Knowledge of oral solid dosage (OSD) formulation and manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of process scale-up, technology transfer, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environments.

Preferred Skills & Background

• Experience with Design of Experiments (DoE) and statistical analysis is desirable.
• Experience in leading projects.

Why You Should Join Catalent

Our Swindon facility houses our Zydis® fast dissolving tablet development and manufacturing operation as well as a CMC pharmaceutical analytical lab services unit that offers ASAP stability.

Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.

Bonus & Benefits – Includes a site performance bonus, a pension scheme matching up to 8% and life assurance.

Enjoy a generous holiday entitlement that increases with tenure, with the option to purchase additional leave.

Plus, gain access to Reward Gateway, offering discounts at many national retailers.

Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network.

Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.

Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture.

Take advantage of a Cycle to Work Scheme and an Electric Vehicle car scheme.

Excellent Location – Just a two-minute drive from J16 of the M4, with free on-site parking.

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life‑saving and life‑enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

Equal Opportunity

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.

Accommodations

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

Company Mission

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life‑cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life‑enhancing and life‑saving treatments for patients annually.