Desarrollador de Formulaciones Farmacéuticas (Remoto)

Placements24; Región Centro; Hybrid; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Desarrollador de Formulaciones Farmacéuticas for a fully remote role based in Guadalajara, Jalisco. You will design, develop, and optimize drug formulations across dosage forms, collaborating with a distributed team of scientists to advance therapies from concept to clinic.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in a related field and 7+ years of hands-on experience, with expertise in HPLC, dissolution testing, and formulation characterization.

Qualifications

• Must have updated knowledge in pharmaceutical formulation development and drug delivery.
• PhD or Master’s degree in a related field is required.
• Excellent scientific writing and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop novel pharmaceutical formulations for multiple dosage forms.
• Conduct pre-formulation studies to understand drug properties and excipient compatibility.
• Optimize formulations for stability, bioavailability, and manufacturability.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for formulation assessment.
• Prepare and review development reports and batch records.
• Collaborate with analytical, process development, and regulatory teams to ensure success.
• Stay current with emerging formulation technologies and literature.
• Troubleshoot formulation and process issues as they arise.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables in a remote setting.

Skills

Formulation development

Drug delivery

Analytical methods

Scientific writing

Remote collaboration

Education

Master’s or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering

Tools

HPLC

DSC

Dissolution testing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a pioneering pharmaceutical research and development company looking for a talented and innovative Desarrollador de Formulaciones Farmacéuticas to join their fully remote team. This role is critical in the design, development, and optimization of novel drug delivery systems and formulations. You will work from the comfort of your home office, collaborating with a distributed team of scientists and researchers to bring life-changing therapies from concept to clinic. Our company culture thrives on innovation, scientific rigor, and a shared passion for improving global health outcomes. If you are a self-starter with a deep understanding of pharmaceutical formulation and a desire to contribute to groundbreaking research, this remote opportunity in Guadalajara, Jalisco is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative pharmaceutical formulations for various dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topical).


• Conduct pre-formulation studies to understand drug properties and excipient compatibility.


• Optimize existing formulations to improve stability, bioavailability, and manufacturability.


• Develop and validate analytical methods for assessing formulation performance and quality.


• Prepare and review technical documentation, including formulation development reports and batch records.


• Collaborate with analytical, process development, and regulatory affairs teams to ensure project success.


• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and scientific literature in pharmaceutical formulation.


• Troubleshoot formulation and process-related issues.


• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Maestría or Doctorado en Ciencias Farmacéuticas, Química, Ingeniería Química o campo relacionado.


• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.


• Demonstrated expertise in various dosage forms and drug delivery technologies.


• Strong knowledge of excipients, their functions, and compatibility.


• Proficiency in analytical techniques used for formulation characterization (e.g., HPLC, dissolution testing, DSC).


• Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills.


• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.


• Experience with regulatory requirements for drug development is a plus.


• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

Benefits

As a fully remote employee, you will receive a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, and a retirement plan. We also offer generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and the flexibility to work from anywhere. Join a company that values innovation and invests in its employees' growth and well-being.