Principal Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, is seeking a Principal Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to drive the development of innovative drug delivery systems and novel formulations. You will lead formulation projects, applying advanced pharmaceutics knowledge to deliver stable, effective dosage forms within a dynamic R&D setting.

This senior role requires deep expertise in pharmaceutics, materials science, and regulatory considerations for drug product development, with the ability to guide

Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation development of new drug products, including solid, liquid, and semi-solid dosage forms.
• Design and execute pre-formulation studies, including physicochemical characterization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Develop and optimize formulations for various routes of administration (oral, parenteral, topical).
• Conduct solubility enhancement, stability, and compatibility studies.
• Oversee the scale-up and technology

Job description

About the Role

Join a forward-thinking pharmaceutical company as a Principal Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist in Welkom, Free State . This senior-level position is integral to the development of innovative drug delivery systems and novel pharmaceutical formulations. You will lead formulation development projects, applying advanced scientific knowledge to create stable, effective, and patient-friendly dosage forms. The role requires a deep understanding of pharmaceutics, materials science, and regulatory requirements for drug product development. We are looking for an expert in the field who can guide research teams, drive scientific strategy, and contribute to the company's pipeline of new medicines. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of drug product development within a dynamic research and development setting located in Welkom, Free State .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation development of new drug products, including solid, liquid, and semi-solid dosage forms.
• Design and execute pre-formulation studies, including physicochemical characterization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Develop and optimize formulations for various routes of administration (oral, parenteral, topical).
• Conduct solubility enhancement, stability, and compatibility studies.
• Oversee the scale-up and technology