Senior Formulation Scientist II within the Pharm R&D Formulation Development department. Reporting to the Director, the successful candidate will play an active role in the formulation development of proprietary products.
Management of employee relations, change, policy implementation, motivation, performance, discipline, appraisals, target setting, communications, occupational health & safety, training, etc.
Designing of formulations and potentially novel formulation approaches, as required, for proprietary products.
Involvement in designing and reviewing preformulation research activities such as physicochemical and solid-state property characterization of new molecular entities (NMEs) with the preformulation group.
Demonstrate initiative in idea generation, experimental design, and understanding of literature and interpretation of results. Develop experimental ideas, write reports with minimal consultation.
Be capable of performing tasks with a focus on oral formulation, OCR and conventional solid dosage forms, along with liquid dosage forms.
Continue to develop knowledge in relevant subject areas and expand breadth of knowledge, including areas outside of direct function, with a view to transferring to others.
Identify and implement formulation development / optimisation programmes with clear objectives for the relevant projects for approval by Senior Management, participate actively in relevant project team meetings, providing consultation and leadership to teams and act as a role model for high standards of performance. Involved in training of inexperienced personnel in theoretical and practical aspects of standard and non-standard procedures / approaches, acquire/develop new formulation approaches in line with project requirements.
Develop and evaluate systems to optimise formulation processes.
Sound experience in US and European Regulatory Affairs.
Be capable of performing to a high quality, the following as applicable to project work: interpret formulation, analytical, bioanalytical data and provide trouble-shooting input on a formulation level and a processing level.
Execute technical work to a high standard, as appropriate, to relevant projects using standard procedures and non-standard procedures of some complexity.
Demonstrate ongoing familiarity with literature and incorporate observations/information into formulation programmes.
Utilise data from literature surveys on a regular basis to support experimental / developmental work.
Comply with all aspects of cGMP, Safety and Environmental regulations and Company policies, which impacts on doing the job.
Work as a team member and take on leadership opportunities to actively participate in achieving the aims and goals of the project team.
Communicate issues, data and resolution ideas within R&D in a timely manner to permit objectives to be met and to confirm solutions to problems with Senior Management. Highlight critical issues promptly.
Prepare timely, concise and accurate reports on work performed and outlining plans for future work.
Prepare and present presentations internally and externally.
Requirements:
Minimum of a scientific Bachelor's degree (Chemistry/Physics/Pharmacy) and a minimum of 14 years of relevant experience OR with a M.Sc. with a minimum of 10 years OR with a PhD with a minimum of five years relevant industrial experience. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.
Chemistry and Physical Chemistry disciplines preferred.
Experience in solid and liquid oral dosage forms is essential. Experience in OCR is a plus.
Experience in physical chemistry techniques and applications and material science is a plus.
Proactive, innovative with good problem solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, collaborative, communication (written and verbal) and time-management skills are essential.
Proven track record in current and previous roles.
Results and Performance driven.
Strong leadership skills and ability to work within cross-functional teams.
Experience leading technical teams is essential.
Capable of working in a team structure.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and work product requirements.
Package:
Full time position
Competitive salary
Benefits
Job Description
Senior Formulation Scientist II within the Pharm R&D Formulation Development department. Reporting to the Director, the successful candidate will play an active role in the formulation development of proprietary products.
Management of employee relations, change, policy implementation, motivation, performance, discipline, appraisals, target setting, communications, occupational health & safety, training, etc.
Designing of formulations and potentially novel formulation approaches, as required, for proprietary products.
Involvement in designing and reviewing preformulation research activities such as physicochemical and solid-state property characterization of new molecular entities (NMEs) with the preformulation group.
Demonstrate initiative in idea generation, experimental design, and understanding of literature and interpretation of results. Develop experimental ideas, write reports with minimal consultation.
Be capable of performing tasks with a focus on oral formulation, OCR and conventional solid dosage forms, along with liquid dosage forms.
Continue to develop knowledge in relevant subject areas and expand breadth of knowledge, including areas outside of direct function, with a view to transferring to others.
Identify and implement formulation development / optimisation programmes with clear objectives for the relevant projects for approval by Senior Management, participate actively in relevant project team meetings, providing consultation and leadership to teams and act as a role model for high standards of performance. Involved in training of inexperienced personnel in theoretical and practical aspects of standard and non-standard procedures / approaches, acquire/develop new formulation approaches in line with project requirements.
Develop and evaluate systems to optimise formulation processes.
Sound experience in US and European Regulatory Affairs.
Be capable of performing to a high quality, the following as applicable to project work: interpret formulation, analytical, bioanalytical data and provide trouble-shooting input on a formulation level and a processing level.
Execute technical work to a high standard, as appropriate, to relevant projects using standard procedures and non-standard procedures of some complexity.
Demonstrate ongoing familiarity with literature and incorporate observations/information into formulation programmes.
Utilise data from literature surveys on a regular basis to support experimental / developmental work.
Comply with all aspects of cGMP, Safety and Environmental regulations and Company policies, which impacts on doing the job.
Work as a team member and take on leadership opportunities to actively participate in achieving the aims and goals of the project team.
Communicate issues, data and resolution ideas within R&D in a timely manner to permit objectives to be met and to confirm solutions to problems with Senior Management. Highlight critical issues promptly.
Prepare timely, concise and accurate reports on work performed and outlining plans for future work.
Prepare and present presentations internally and externally.
Requirements:
Minimum of a scientific Bachelor's degree (Chemistry/Physics/Pharmacy) and a minimum of 14 years of relevant experience OR with a M.Sc. with a minimum of 10 years OR with a PhD with a minimum of five years relevant industrial experience. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.
Chemistry and Physical Chemistry disciplines preferred.
Experience in solid and liquid oral dosage forms is essential. Experience in OCR is a plus.
Experience in physical chemistry techniques and applications and material science is a plus.
Proactive, innovative with good problem solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, collaborative, communication (written and verbal) and time-management skills are essential.
Proven track record in current and previous roles.
Results and Performance driven.
Strong leadership skills and ability to work within cross-functional teams.
Experience leading technical teams is essential.
Capable of working in a team structure.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and work product requirements.
Package:
Full time position
Competitive salary
Benefits
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment: package
Category: Pharmaceutical
