Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist

Placements24; Gallup (NM); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Relocation assistance

Training and conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join our R&D team in George. The role focuses on designing and optimizing drug delivery systems and dosage forms for new and existing products, working with cross-functional teams to advance candidates from preclinical stages to commercialization.

The candidate brings a strong pharmaceutics background, hands-on formulation development experience, and a passion for advancing life-changing medicines within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• In-depth knowledge of drug delivery systems, excipients, and dosage form design principles.
• Experience with lab equipment and techniques (granulation, tablet compression, encapsulation, dissolution testing).
• Familiarity with FDA/EMA regulatory guidelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop pharmaceutical dosage forms (oral solids, liquids, semi-solids, sterile).
• Conduct pre-formulation, excipient compatibility, stability studies.
• Optimize formulations for bioavailability, stability, and manufacturability.
• Develop and execute experimental plans using lab-scale equipment and pilot plants.
• Collaborate with analytics to develop and validate formulation methods.
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory documentation; present findings.

Skills

Drug delivery

Formulation development

Analytical thinking

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Pharmaceutics

Tools

Granulation equipment

Tablet compression

Encapsulation

Dissolution testing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking an innovative Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join their research and development team in George . This role is pivotal in the design, development, and optimization of novel drug delivery systems and dosage forms for both new chemical entities and existing products. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including analytical, process development, and clinical research, to advance drug candidates from preclinical stages through to commercialization. The successful candidate will possess a strong scientific background in pharmaceutics and a passion for bringing life-changing medicines to patients, contributing to a forward‑thinking research environment dedicated to improving therapeutic outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop various pharmaceutical dosage forms, including oral solids, liquids, semi‑solids, and sterile preparations.
• Conduct pre‑formulation studies, excipient compatibility testing, and stability studies.
• Optimize formulations for improved bioavailability, stability, and manufacturability.
• Develop and execute experimental plans using laboratory‑scale equipment and pilot plant facilities.
• Collaborate with analytical teams to develop and validate analytical methods for formulation characterization.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation for regulatory submissions, and present findings to internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands‑on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• In‑depth knowledge of drug delivery systems, excipients, and dosage form design principles.
• Experience with common pharmaceutical laboratory equipment and techniques (e.g., granulation, tablet compression, encapsulation, dissolution testing).
• Familiarity with regulatory guidelines relevant to drug development (e.g., FDA, EMA).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans.
• Opportunities for advanced training and conference attendance.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• A dynamic and collaborative research atmosphere focused on innovation.