Associate Principal Scientist - Formulation (Complex Meds)

Cheadle, Borough of Stockport
3 months ago
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Exciting Opportunity: Associate Principal Scientist - Formulation - Complex Meds

Are you a formulation expert with a passion for solving complex drug product development challenges? This innovative pharmaceutical development company is seeking an exceptional Associate Principal Scientist - Formulation to join their growing team in South Manchester.

Job Title: Associate Principal Scientist - Formulation (Complex Meds)
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Area: Cheadle, South Manchester (occasional UK and international travel required - Driving License Required)
Salary: DOE

The Role of the Associate Principal Scientist - Formulation

As an Associate Principal Scientist, you will play a key role in driving formulation projects across a diverse portfolio of client projects within Complex Meds. You'll lead the design and development of both simple and complex drug products, ensuring optimal in vivo performance and regulatory compliance. Your key responsibilities will include:

Leading formulation and process design for oral and parenteral drug products across clinical phases in the Complex Meds space
Applying scientific and pragmatic thinking to deliver innovative product and technology solutions
Providing hands-on troubleshooting and laboratory support when needed
Collaborating with analytical scientists to ensure robust testing of formulations
Acting as project leader for pharmaceutical development programmes
Managing CRO activities and client communications
Supporting regulatory strategy and authoring CMC documentation
Introducing new formulation technologies and contributing to continuous improvement
Coaching and mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development
Representing the company at conferences and industry events

The Ideal Candidate for the Associate Principal Scientist - Formulation Role

To thrive in this role, you will need:

A PhD with 3+ years' of recent experience or a Bachelor's degree with 6+ years' recent experience in formulation development
Expertise in oral and parenteral formulation development, including modified-release, nano-particulate, or liposomal systems - Specifically Complex Drug Products
Strong knowledge of material properties, drug delivery systems, and global CMC regulatory requirements
Recent experience progressing complex drug products from discovery through to launch
A valid UK driving licenceIf you're a formulation science leader ready to make a real impact in pharmaceutical development, this is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking team and shape the future of drug delivery. Apply now to take the next step in your career!

For more information, please contact Selby De Klerk at SRG.

SRG are the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the science, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, renewable, biotech, chemicals and medical devices sectors.
As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and passion are second to none. We're committed to providing outstanding career opportunities and expert recruitment services across all levels.

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