Lead Formulation Scientist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Modern facilities

Leadership role in Upington

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks a dynamic Lead Formulation Scientist to spearhead development of innovative products. You will lead a team of scientists and technicians through design, development, and optimization of complex formulations, ensuring performance, stability, and regulatory standards are met.

The role requires a Master's or Ph.D. with 7+ years of formulation experience, including at least 2 years in leadership, and strong analytical and collaborative skills to drive strategic product

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• 7+ years in formulation development with at least 2 years in a leadership/supervisory role.
• Experience with analytical techniques for formulation characterization.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation development from concept to commercialization.
• Design and execute experiments to develop stable, effective formulations.
• Optimize formulations and manufacturing processes for performance and cost efficiency.
• Troubleshoot formulation challenges and provide technical solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior scientists and technicians.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and quality standards in Upington.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Masters/PhD in Chemistry or related

Tools

Analytical techniques

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Formulation Scientist to spearhead formulation development for innovative products at their site in Upington . This senior role will be responsible for leading a team of scientists and technicians in the design, development, and optimization of complex formulations. You will work at the forefront of product innovation, ensuring that formulations meet performance, stability, and regulatory requirements. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated leader to make a significant contribution to product development and drive scientific excellence within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation development process for new and improved products, from concept to commercialization.
• Design and execute experiments to develop stable, effective, and manufacturable formulations.
• Optimize formulation compositions and manufacturing processes to enhance product performance and cost-efficiency.
• Troubleshoot formulation challenges and provide technical solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior formulation scientists and technicians.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory affairs.
• Ensure all formulation activities comply with relevant industry regulations and quality standards in Upington .

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in formulation development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven expertise in formulation science, including understanding of ingredients, stability, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with analytical techniques for formulation characterization.
• Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead a team.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Generous paid time off and a focus on work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• A stimulating and collaborative work environment with access to modern facilities.
• The chance to lead critical product development initiatives in Upington .