Senior Pharmaceutical Chemist - Formulation Development

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Benefits package

Career growth

Advanced labs

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Pharmaceutical Chemist to lead formulation development, designing and optimizing dosage forms for efficacy and stability.

You will work in a state-of-the-art lab, applying knowledge of pharmaceutics and analytical chemistry, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance innovative medicines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques for formulation characterization (e.g., HPLC, dissolution testing, DSC).

Responsibilities

• Design and execute pre-formulation studies and develop robust formulations for various dosage forms.
• Conduct stability studies and perform analytical testing to assess drug product quality and shelf-life.
• Investigate and troubleshoot formulation-related issues during development and scale-up.
• Collaborate closely with analytical development, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs teams.

Skills

Senior formulation development

HPLC

DSC

Analytical chemistry

Education

Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Ph.D. in a related field

Tools

DSC instrumentation

HPLC instrumentation

Dissolution testing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Pharmaceutical Chemist to lead their Formulation Development efforts in Sandton. This role is pivotal in designing, developing, and optimizing pharmaceutical dosage forms to ensure efficacy, stability, and patient compliance. You will work in a state-of-the-art laboratory, applying your deep knowledge of pharmaceutics, drug delivery systems, and analytical chemistry. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant contribution to the development of innovative medicines within a leading pharmaceutical company that values scientific excellence and patient well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute pre-formulation studies and develop robust formulations for various dosage forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, injectables).
• Conduct stability studies and perform analytical testing to assess drug product quality and shelf-life.
• Investigate and troubleshoot formulation-related issues during development and scale-up.
• Collaborate closely with analytical development, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs teams.
• Stay current with regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA , EMA) and industry best practices in formulation science.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
• Strong understanding of physical chemistry, materials science, and drug delivery principles.
• Proficiency in using analytical techniques for formulation characterization (e.g., HPLC, dissolution testing, DSC).
• Excellent scientific rigor, problem-solving abilities, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Access to advanced formulation development laboratories in Sandton.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment focused on delivering high-quality medicines.