Formulation Scientist

Randstad Sweden; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 520,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Life Sciences in Gothenburg seeks a Formulation Scientist for upcoming consultancy opportunities. You will contribute to developing novel formulations and delivery systems with hands-on laboratory work and safety/compliance duties.

Essential qualifications include a BSc or MSc in a relevant field, ability to plan and run experiments, and proficiency in English and Swedish. This open posting covers several assignments lasting 6 months to a year, with strong ownership and team

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in a relevant field or equivalent hands-on laboratory experience.
• Ability to plan, set up and run experiments.
• Practical experience working in a laboratory setting, including routine equipment maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Safe handling of chemicals, risk assessments, PPE, adherence to SOPs and good documentation practices.
• Familiarity with HPLC/UHPLC methodology and experience working in a GMP/GLP environment.
• Proficiency in English and Swedish (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Plan, set up, and run laboratory experiments, including performing equipment maintenance.
• Follow all safety guidelines and SOPs strictly, using protective gear and maintaining thorough, accurate documentation of your work.
• Collect experimental data, perform basic analysis to identify trends or variability, and maintain clear records using digital tools (like ELN/Excel).
• Work effectively within a team, communicating clearly and managing your time well across multiple experiments.

Skills

Experiment planning

Laboratory work

HPLC/UHPLC

Safety & SOPs

Documentation & ELN

English & Swedish

Education

BSc or MSc in chemical, mechanical, pharmaceutical, or materials engineering/science

Job description

Formulation Scientist – Consultant Opportunities

Join Our Team at Randstad Life Sciences

Randstad Life Sciences is looking for curious and motivated professionals experienced in formulation development for consultancy Formulation Scientist roles in the Gothenburg area.

At Randstad Life Sciences, we are dedicated to helping you advance your career and achieve your goals. As a consultant with us, you will enjoy competitive compensation, valuable benefits, and the security of collective agreements. Your dedicated consultant manager will guide you throughout your journey, connecting you with diverse, rewarding assignments across leading life sciences organizations. Through our vast professional network, ongoing learning opportunities, and personalized support, we empower you to continuously grow and make an impact in your field.

This is an open posting for upcoming consultancy opportunities, with typical assignments lasting between 6 months and a year. In this role, you will play a key part in developing novel formulations and innovative delivery systems. Specific responsibilities and tasks will vary depending on the assignment, but will involve hands‑on laboratory work as well as safety and compliance work. You bring a fundamental understanding of formulation science and the ability to work independently as well as contribute your expertise in cross‑functional teams. You are an enthusiastic professional eager to learn and make an impact. You enjoy collaborating with others, adapt well to new tasks, and bring a strong sense of ownership to your work.

At Randstad Life Sciences, we focus on specialized expertise as part of Randstad, a global leader in talent solutions dedicated to becoming the world's most equitable and focused talent organization. Based in the Netherlands, Randstad spans 39 markets with roughly 40,000 employees worldwide. By combining our expansive global reach with strong local connections, we deliver rewarding opportunities for academics and specialists. As your dedicated talent partner, we empower you to advance your career, acquire key skills, and thrive in a meaningful professional environment. At Randstad Life Science, we are committed to equity and diversity. We value individuality and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Deadline: 2026-10-18, selection process and interviews will be ongoing.

Qualifications

Essential for the role:

• A BSc or MSc in chemical, mechanical, pharmaceutical, or materials engineering/science, or equivalent hands‑on laboratory experience
• Ability to plan, set up and run experiments
• Practical experience working in a laboratory setting, including routine equipment maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Safe handling of chemicals, risk assessments, PPE, adherence to SOPs and good documentation practices
• Familiarity with HPLC/UHPLC methodology and experience working in a GMP/GLP environment
• Proficiency in English and Swedish (written and verbal)

Desirable For The Role

• Experience in pharmaceutical development or manufacturing
• Basic knowledge of statistical analysis and data visualization

Responsibilities

• Plan, set up, and run laboratory experiments, including performing equipment maintenance
• Follow all safety guidelines and SOPs strictly, using protective gear and maintaining thorough, accurate documentation of your work
• Collect experimental data, perform basic analysis to identify trends or variability, and maintain clear records using digital tools (like ELN/Excel)
• Work effectively within a team, communicating clearly and managing your time well across multiple experiments