Formulation Scientist

Be the backbone of innovation and join a leading pharmaceutical company to help keep life-changing science moving forward!

R&D Partners is seeking a Formulation Scientist to join our client’s Inhalation Product Development team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on work in pharmaceutical formulation, particularly in creating and scaling up batches. You will oversee batch manufacturing activities, assist with regulatory submissions, and help develop reliable processes for producing inhalation products like Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs) and Dry Powder Inhalers (DPIs).

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and execute small-scale and larger-scale batches, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Assist in producing batches for stability testing, clinical trials, or regulatory submissions.
• Help design and improve manufacturing processes for commercial production.
• Work closely with the lead formulator to plan experiments and achieve technical goals.
• Analyze and interpret data using scientific methods and statistical tools.
• Maintain detailed records of all development work and contribute to technical reports.
• Support the creation of batch records, protocols, material specifications, and regulatory documents.
• Troubleshoot formulation or process challenges during development or scale-up.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies.
• Apply Quality by Design (QbD) principles throughout the development process.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• A degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation or process development.
• Familiarity with inhalation products (MDI/DPI) is a plus but not required.
• Strong skills in analyzing data, writing reports, and maintaining documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable, proactive, and detail-oriented.

For more information, please contact Timi Asseez.

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