Formulation Scientist - Pharmaceuticals

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

State-of-the-art laboratories

Professional growth and training

Collaborative work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in London is seeking an experienced Formulation Scientist to drive the design, development, and optimization of pharmaceutical dosage forms. You will oversee formulation development from concept to scale-up across tablets, capsules, injectables, and topical products.

The role requires a Master's or PhD with 5+ years in formulation development, strong knowledge of drug delivery systems, and hands-on analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• In-depth knowledge of drug delivery systems, excipients, and formulation principles.
• Experience with analytical techniques for characterizing drug products.
• Proficiency in developing formulations for different routes of administration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop various pharmaceutical dosage forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, injectables, topical preparations).
• Conduct pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility assessments.
• Optimize formulations to enhance bioavailability, stability, and patient compliance.
• Plan and execute formulation development studies, including bench-scale development and pilot-scale manufacturing.
• Collaborate with analytical chemists, process engineers, and regulatory affairs specialists throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot formulation-related issues and implement effective solutions for drug product development challenges.

Skills

Drug delivery

Formulation development

Analytical methods

Solubility testing

Stability testing

Routes of administration

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Graduate degree in pharma

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Formulation Scientist to join their product development team in East London . This role is central to the design, development, and optimization of stable, effective, and safe pharmaceutical dosage forms. You will work with various drug delivery systems, conduct pre-formulation studies, and oversee formulation development from concept to scale-up. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the creation of new medicines within a dynamic pharmaceutical company that values scientific ingenuity and patient‑centric product design.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop various pharmaceutical dosage forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, injectables, topical preparations).
• Conduct pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility assessments.
• Optimize formulations to enhance bioavailability, stability, and patient compliance.
• Plan and execute formulation development studies, including bench‑scale development and pilot‑scale manufacturing.
• Collaborate with analytical chemists, process engineers, and regulatory affairs specialists throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot formulation‑related issues and implement effective solutions for drug product development challenges.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• In‑depth knowledge of drug delivery systems, excipients, and formulation principles.
• Experience with various analytical techniques for characterizing drug products.
• Proficiency in developing formulations for different routes of administration.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced R&D environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional growth within the pharmaceutical industry .
• Access to state‑of-the‑art laboratories and formulation development equipment.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture focused on scientific excellence.
• Contribute to the development of new and improved medicines that enhance patient lives.
• Potential for career advancement into senior R&D roles.