Senior Formulation Scientist - Remote Leader

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive compensation

Access to cutting-edge resources

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Pharmaceutical Scientist to join a remote-first research team. The role leads design, development, and optimization of drug product formulations across dosage forms, guiding a dispersed team of scientists.

You will oversee formulation studies, ensure progression from early development to clinical trials, and contribute to regulatory submissions and publications. Candidates should have a PhD and 8+ years in formulation development, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences required.
• Minimum 8 years in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Experience with drug delivery technologies and dosage form design.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of novel formulations for oral, injectable, and topical delivery.
• Design studies to optimize solubility, stability, bioavailability, and release.
• Utilize advanced characterization techniques to assess formulation performance and properties.
• Manage formulation development projects within timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with analytical development, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing teams.
• Mentor remote formulation scientists and provide scientific guidance.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions and scientific publications.

Skills

Formulation development

Team leadership

Remote collaboration

Drug delivery

Analytical techniques

Education

Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

HPLC

DSC

XRPD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Pharmaceutical Scientist to join a remote-first research team. The role leads design, development, and optimization of drug product formulations across dosage forms, guiding a dispersed team of scientists.

You will oversee formulation studies, ensure progression from early development to clinical trials, and contribute to regulatory submissions and publications. Candidates should have a PhD and 8+ years in formulation development, with strong communication and