Formulation Scientist - Remote

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Formulation Scientist to join a remote R&D team focused on designing, developing, and optimizing drug delivery systems and dosage forms for novel compounds. You will leverage pharmaceutics, chemistry, and materials science to create stable, patient-friendly formulations.

The role requires a PhD or MSc in a related field and at least 5 years of hands-on formulation development experience, with strong data analysis and independent work in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of drug delivery systems, excipient science and dosage form design.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment used in formulation development and characterization.
• Excellent data analysis, interpretation, and scientific writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop various dosage forms (oral solids, injectables, topicals) for small molecules and biologics.
• Conduct pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility assessments.
• Utilize formulation techniques and excipients to achieve desired release profiles and bioavailability.
• Prepare and characterize prototype formulations, conduct stability studies, and interpret results.
• Collaborate with analytical, DMPK, and manufacturing teams in a remote R&D environment.
• Troubleshoot formulation challenges and optimize processes for scale-up.

Skills

Drug delivery systems

Excipient science

Dosage form design

Laboratory equipment proficiency

Data analysis & scientific writing

Remote project management

Education

PhD or MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmaceutics / Chemistry

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a talented and innovative Formulation Scientist to join their drug development team, working entirely remotely. This role is crucial for designing, developing, and optimizing drug delivery systems and dosage forms for novel pharmaceutical compounds. You will leverage your expertise in pharmaceutics, chemistry, and materials science to create effective, stable, and patient-friendly formulations. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver, adept at working independently in a virtual setting, and passionate about advancing drug product development from concept to clinical trial readiness within the pharmaceutical industry .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop various dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topicals) for small molecules and biologics.
• Conduct pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility assessments.
• Utilize various formulation techniques and excipients to achieve desired drug release profiles and bioavailability.
• Prepare and characterize prototype formulations, conduct stability studies, and interpret results.
• Collaborate with analytical, DMPK, and manufacturing teams in a remote R&D environment.
• Troubleshoot formulation challenges and optimize processes for scale-up.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Strong understanding of drug delivery systems, excipient science, and dosage form design.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment used in formulation development and characterization.
• Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills, with a strong scientific writing ability.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven incentives.
• Full remote work opportunity, providing maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development and training.
• Contribution to a company focused on developing life-changing therapies.