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Senior Formulation Scientist
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-26
South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-09-26
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Pharmaceutical Science/ Research
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Senior Formulation Scientist to lead product development efforts within their fully remote R&D division. This role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing novel drug delivery systems and dosage forms to enhance therapeutic efficacy and patient compliance. You will leverage your deep expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, materials science, and formulation development to drive projects from concept through to pre-clinical stages.
Working remotely, you will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, utilize advanced modeling and simulation tools, and contribute significantly to the company's pipeline of cutting‑edge pharmaceutical products.
- Design and develop innovative formulations for various routes of administration (oral, parenteral, topical).
- Optimize existing formulations to improve stability, bioavailability, and manufacturability.
- Conduct pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility testing.
- Utilize advanced characterization techniques and analytical methods to evaluate formulation performance.
- Troubleshoot formulation and process development challenges, proposing effective solutions.
- Collaborate with external partners and contract research organizations (CROs) in a remote environment.
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of hands‑on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Expertise in various dosage forms and drug delivery technologies.
- Proficiency with formulation development software and analytical instrumentation.
- Strong understanding of GMP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements for drug products.
- Excellent communication, project management, and leadership skills suitable for remote collaboration.
- Highly competitive annual salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
- Fully remote work opportunity with flexible hours.
- Executive-level health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous retirement savings plan.
- Significant budget for professional development, training, and conference attendance.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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