Formulation Development Scientist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Health coverage

Education support

Dynamic R&D environment

Job summary

Placements24 in East London seeks an experienced Formulation Development Scientist to join its R&D team. The role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing novel pharmaceutical dosage forms to enhance drug delivery and therapeutic outcomes.

You will collaborate with analytical development and manufacturing teams, conduct pre-formulation studies, and contribute to regulatory filings, with GMP/regulatory familiarity and a commitment to scientific excellence in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's degree in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• In-depth knowledge of drug delivery technologies, excipient science, and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment used for formulation development and analysis.
• Familiarity with GMP, regulatory guidelines, and dossier preparation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop various pharmaceutical dosage forms (e.g., oral solid dosage, injectables, topical formulations) for diverse therapeutic applications.
• Conduct pre-formulation studies to characterize APIs and excipients, ensuring compatibility and stability.
• Optimize formulations for improved bioavailability, stability, manufacturability, and patient adherence.
• Perform formulation characterization and stability studies according to ICH guidelines.
• Prepare detailed development reports, batch manufacturing records, and contribute to regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with analytical development and manufacturing teams for successful technology transfer and scale-up.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

PhD in Pharmaceutics/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Chemical Engineering

MSc in Pharmaceutics/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Formulation Development Scientist to join their dedicated Research and Development team in East London . This pivotal role will focus on designing, developing, and optimizing novel pharmaceutical dosage forms to enhance drug delivery and therapeutic outcomes. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including analytical chemists and process engineers, to bring promising drug candidates from concept to clinical trials. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation in the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop various pharmaceutical dosage forms (e.g., oral solid dosage, injectables, topical formulations) for diverse therapeutic applications.
• Conduct pre-formulation studies to characterize APIs and excipients, ensuring compatibility and stability.
• Optimize formulations for improved bioavailability, stability, manufacturability, and patient adherence.
• Perform formulation characterization and stability studies according to ICH guidelines.
• Prepare detailed development reports, batch manufacturing records, and contribute to regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with analytical development and manufacturing teams for successful technology transfer and scale-up.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• In-depth knowledge of drug delivery technologies, excipient science, and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment used for formulation development and analysis.
• Familiarity with GMP, regulatory guidelines, and dossier preparation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Support for continuing education and professional development.
• A dynamic and collaborative R&D environment focused on scientific excellence.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on product development in East London .