Formulation Specialist – Oral Solid Dosage Forms

The role develops formulations and manufacturing processes for oral solid dosage forms of small molecules, from first-in-human trials through to marketing phase.

• Plan, coordinate, perform and document scientific experiments with functional and project leads
• Develop phase-appropriate formulations for oral drug products
• Develop efficient and robust manufacturing processes including scale-up
• Transfer procedures and instructions to GMP production facilities, including troubleshooting
• Support manufacture of clinical supplies under GMP conditions
• Document, evaluate and interpret raw data and propose next experiments
• Contribute to investment projects and maintenance of infrastructure and equipment

• Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related discipline (MSc, BSc with experience, or equivalent)
• Around 2-4 years of experience in pharmaceutical development of oral solid dosage forms
• Experience with pharmaceutical technologies and unit operations in lab, technicum or pilot plant setting
• Experience applying digital tools such as e-Lab Notebook and digital data recording
• Good scientific/technical knowledge of galenics and formulation/process development
• Proficient with laboratory and/or technical tools
• Proficiency in English required;
  German and/or French an advantage

• Workload: 100 %
• Work model:
  On site
• Option of a permanent position after the assignment if both sides want it

• Full-time onsite role in Basel
• 3-6 months interim, then a permanent position

• e-Lab Journal