Formulation Scientist

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Company holidays

Professional development

Conferences

Lab facilities

Equipment access

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a skilled Formulation Scientist for our expanding R&D team. You will develop and optimize pharmaceutical formulations across dosage forms, scale processes, and contribute to regulatory documentation.

The ideal candidate has a master's or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related field, with at least 4 years of hands-on formulation experience, and a strong understanding of GMP and drug-delivery principles to drive innovation.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Proven experience with various dosage forms and formulation technologies.
• Familiarity with GMP requirements and regulatory guidelines for drug product development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop novel pharmaceutical formulations for various dosage forms (e.g., oral, injectable, topical).
• Conduct pre-formulation studies to characterize drug substances and excipients.
• Optimize formulation parameters and manufacturing processes to achieve desired product characteristics and performance.
• Perform stability studies and interpret data to assess product shelf-life.
• Collaborate with analytical development, process engineering, and manufacturing teams.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation for regulatory submissions, and present findings internally.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Experiment design

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Masters/PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related field

Job description

Our client is seeking a skilled and innovative Formulation Scientist to join their expanding Research & Development department in Benoni . This role is crucial for the development of stable, effective, and commercially viable pharmaceutical dosage forms. You will be responsible for designing, optimizing, and scaling up formulation processes, working with a variety of drug substances and delivery systems. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to commercialization, within a company that values scientific excellence and innovation in drug delivery systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop novel pharmaceutical formulations for various dosage forms (e.g., oral, injectable, topical).
• Conduct pre-formulation studies to characterize drug substances and excipients.
• Optimize formulation parameters and manufacturing processes to achieve desired product characteristics and performance.
• Perform stability studies and interpret data to assess product shelf-life.
• Collaborate with analytical development, process engineering, and manufacturing teams.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation for regulatory submissions, and present findings internally.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Proven experience with various dosage forms and formulation technologies.
• Strong understanding of physical chemistry, materials science, and drug delivery principles.
• Familiarity with GMP requirements and regulatory guidelines for drug product development.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong experimental design skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation and company holidays.
• Support for continuous learning, including professional development courses and conferences.
• Access to state-of-the‑art laboratory facilities and equipment.