Formulation Scientist - Drug Product Development

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Healthcare coverage

Paid vacation

Professional growth

Access to advanced lab equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and skilled Formulation Scientist to join their Drug Product Development team in Port Elizabeth. You will design, develop, and optimize pharmaceutical formulations for novel drug candidates, bridging preclinical research and clinical development to ensure stability and efficacy. The ideal candidate will hold an M.S.

or Ph.D. in a related field and have 3-5 years of hands-on formulation development experience, with strong knowledge of ICH guidelines and

Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Proficiency in formulation techniques, including granulation, blending, tablet compression, coating, and sterile product manufacturing.
• Experience with various analytical methods for characterizing drug substances and products (e.g., HPLC, dissolution testing).
• Understanding of ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements for drug product development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct formulation development studies for various dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topical).
• Investigate and select appropriate excipients to achieve desired drug product characteristics, stability, and bioavailability.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for pilot-scale and commercial production.
• Perform characterization studies on raw materials and finished drug products using relevant analytical techniques.
• Prepare scientific documentation, including formulation development reports, batch records, and regulatory submission sections.
• Collaborate closely with analytical development, process engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful product scale-up and transfer.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and skilled Formulation Scientist to join their dedicated Drug Product Development team in Port Elizabeth . This role is central to designing, developing, and optimizing innovative pharmaceutical formulations for novel drug candidates. You will be responsible for bridging the gap between preclinical research and clinical development, ensuring that drug products are stable, effective, and suitable for administration. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of pharmaceutics, excipient science, and drug delivery technologies within the pharmaceutical research and development landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct formulation development studies for various dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topical).
• Investigate and select appropriate excipients to achieve desired drug product characteristics, stability, and bioavailability.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for pilot-scale and commercial production.
• Perform characterization studies on raw materials and finished drug products using relevant analytical techniques.
• Prepare scientific documentation, including formulation development reports, batch records, and regulatory submission sections.
• Collaborate closely with analytical development, process engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful product scale-up and transfer.

Requirements

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Proficiency in formulation techniques, including granulation, blending, tablet compression, coating, and sterile product manufacturing.
• Experience with various analytical methods for characterizing drug substances and products (e.g., HPLC, dissolution testing).
• Understanding of ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements for drug product development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including base salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid vacation and personal leave days.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth in formulation science.
• Access to advanced laboratory equipment and collaborative research projects.