Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional growth

Modern laboratory facilities

Collaborative work culture

Impactful therapies

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng invites applications for a Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join our innovative product development team. You will design, develop and optimize dosage forms, from oral solids to injectables, to meet quality and regulatory standards.

With a master's or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and 3–5 years of hands-on formulation experience, you will work across analytical, process engineering, and regulatory groups to bring new medicines to patients.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, or related field.
• 3–5 years hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Proficiency with dosage form development techniques and analytical methods.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements in pharmaceutical development and manufacturing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative pharmaceutical formulations (e.g., oral solids, liquids, injectables) for new drug candidates.
• Conduct pre-formulation studies, including characterization of APIs.
• Perform stability studies and analyze formulation performance to ensure product quality and shelf-life.
• Optimize formulation processes and scale-up from laboratory to pilot and commercial manufacturing.
• Collaborate with analytical development, process engineering, and regulatory affairs teams.
• Document all formulation development activities thoroughly and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Problem-solving

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Master's or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Pharmaceutics

Job description

Our client is seeking a creative and skilled Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join their innovative product development team in Mahikeng . This role is central to the design, development, and optimization of novel drug delivery systems and dosage forms. You will apply your expertise in pharmaceutical sciences to create stable, effective, and patient-friendly formulations that meet rigorous quality and regulatory standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated scientist to contribute significantly to the company's pipeline and advance therapeutic solutions within a dynamic research and development environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative pharmaceutical formulations (e.g., oral solids, liquids, injectables) for new drug candidates.
• Conduct pre-formulation studies, including characterization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Perform stability studies and analyze formulation performance to ensure product quality and shelf-life.
• Optimize formulation processes and scale-up from laboratory to pilot and commercial manufacturing.
• Collaborate with analytical development, process engineering, and regulatory affairs teams.
• Document all formulation development activities thoroughly and prepare technical reports.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Proficiency with various dosage form development techniques and analytical methods.
• Strong understanding of physicochemical properties of APIs and excipients.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements in pharmaceutical development and manufacturing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training in advanced formulation techniques.
• Access to modern laboratory facilities and equipment in Mahikeng .
• A collaborative and innovative work culture focused on bringing new medicines to patients.
• Significant contribution to the design of life-changing therapies.