Manufacturing Scientist

Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) Senior Specialist.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong professional to step into a high-impact role focused on technology transfer, process scale‑up and ongoing commercial support.

If you thrive at the intersection of science, operations and problem-solving, this could be a great next step.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technology transfer activities (IN & OUT) for registered products at industrial scale
• Execute process validation and re‑validation activities
• Conduct scale‑up studies and manage technical batches at manufacturing level
• Provide technical and scientific support for commercial production, troubleshooting and lifecycle management
• Prepare and review key documentation including validation protocols, reports, and technology‑transfer plans
• Support Quality during audits as a subject‑matter expert on technical and process aspects

Requirements

• Technical or Scientific degree (Pharma Technology, Engineering, Chemistry, Natural Sciences, etc.)
• Strong experience in pharmaceutical process development and dosage forms (OSD, Oral Liquid, Sterile)
• Proven competency in technology transfer, process scale‑up and validation
• Solid understanding of GMP standards and applied statistics in pharmaceutical processes
• Fluent Italian and competent English (intermediate level minimum)

About Planet Pharma

Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head‑quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent/direct hire recruitment offering.

Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.

We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please click ‘apply’ or contact Finlay Keyworth at Planet Pharma

E: fleyworth@planet-pharma.co.uk

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

• Science and Manufacturing
• Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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