Lead Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist - Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; Presencial; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Annual leave

Career advancement opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, South Africa, seeks Lead Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist to spearhead our client's formulation development team. The role covers design, development, and optimization of drug delivery systems for diverse products, from early-stage to manufacturing scale-up.

The ideal candidate has a PhD or Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences or closely related field, at least 7 years in formulation development, and strong leadership capabilities.

Formación

• PhD or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Experience with various dosage forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, parenteral, topical).
• Proven experience in leading R&D projects and managing scientific teams.

Responsabilidades

• Lead development of new drug formulations, including solid dosage forms, injectables, and topical preparations.
• Oversee experimental design and execution for formulation studies, stability testing, and scale-up activities.
• Mentor and guide a team of formulation scientists and technicians, fostering their professional growth.
• Collaborate with analytical development, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs departments to ensure seamless project progression.
• Evaluate new excipients, drug delivery technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot formulation and process-related issues encountered during development and manufacturing.
• Prepare comprehensive formulation development reports, regulatory submission documents, and intellectual property disclosures.
• Ensure all formulation activities comply with cGMP guidelines and relevant regulatory requirements.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Formulation development

Drug delivery

Project management

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Team mentoring

Educación

PhD or Master's in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Pharmaceutics/Chemistry

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent pharmaceutical research and manufacturing firm, is seeking an accomplished Lead Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist to spearhead their formulation development team in Rustenburg, North West. This critical role involves leading the design, development, and optimization of innovative drug delivery systems and formulations for a diverse range of pharmaceutical products. You will be responsible for guiding projects from early-stage development through to manufacturing scale-up, ensuring scientific rigor, efficiency, and adherence to stringent quality standards. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in pharmaceutics, a passion for innovation, and proven leadership capabilities. This position offers a unique chance to shape the future of pharmaceutical product development within a state-of-the-art facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new drug formulations, including solid dosage forms, injectables, and topical preparations.
• Oversee experimental design and execution for formulation studies, stability testing, and scale-up activities.
• Mentor and guide a team of formulation scientists and technicians, fostering their professional growth.
• Collaborate with analytical development, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs departments to ensure seamless project progression.
• Evaluate new excipients, drug delivery technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot formulation and process-related issues encountered during development and manufacturing.
• Prepare comprehensive formulation development reports, regulatory submission documents, and intellectual property disclosures.
• Ensure all formulation activities comply with cGMP guidelines and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and advancements in pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Demonstrated expertise in various dosage forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, parenteral, topical).
• Proven experience in leading R&D projects and managing scientific teams.
• Strong understanding of physical pharmacy, drug solubility, bioavailability enhancement techniques, and controlled release technologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities, with experience in technical writing.
• Proficiency in formulation development equipment and analytical techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment in Rustenburg.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

Our client provides a competitive remuneration package, comprehensive medical aid, generous annual leave, and significant opportunities for career advancement within a leading pharmaceutical organization. You will work in a cutting-edge facility in Rustenburg, contributing to the development of life-changing medications and benefiting from a supportive and innovative work culture.