Senior Formulation Scientist – Pharmaceuticals; R&D
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Pharmaceutical
Pharmaceutical Science/ Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Drug Discovery, Medicinal Chemist -
Research/Development
Pharmaceutical Science/ Research, Drug Discovery, Medicinal Chemist
Location: Klerksdorp
Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Formulation Scientist to join their dedicated Research & Development department in Klerksdorp . This role is central to the design, development, and optimization of new pharmaceutical dosage forms, ensuring product stability, bioavailability, and manufacturability. You will leverage your expertise in pharmaceutical sciences to create robust formulations for both generic and innovative medicines.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong theoretical and practical understanding of drug delivery systems and formulation development, contributing to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality, effective pharmaceutical products.
About the Role
Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Formulation Scientist to join their dedicated Research & Development department in Klerksdorp . This role is central to the design, development, and optimization of new pharmaceutical dosage forms, ensuring product stability, bioavailability, and manufacturability. You will leverage your expertise in pharmaceutical sciences to create robust formulations for both generic and innovative medicines.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong theoretical and practical understanding of drug delivery systems and formulation development, contributing to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality, effective pharmaceutical products.
- Design and develop novel pharmaceutical formulations (e.g., tablets, capsules, injectables, topical preparations).
- Conduct pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility testing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
- Optimize formulations for desired pharmacokinetic profiles, stability, and manufacturability.
- Develop and validate analytical methods for characterizing formulated products.
- Scale-up formulations from laboratory bench to pilot and commercial manufacturing scales.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory affairs teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Master's or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of hands‑on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development .
- Strong knowledge of various dosage forms and drug delivery technologies.
- Proficiency with laboratory equipment used in formulation development and characterization.
- Experience with scale-up and technology transfer processes.
- Excellent problem‑solving abilities and a scientific approach to development in Klerksdorp .
- Highly competitive annual salary with performance‑based bonuses.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous pension fund contributions.
- Opportunities for scientific advancement and attendance at industry conferences.
- Access to state‑of‑the‑art formulation development laboratories.
Our client is seeking a dedicated and innovative Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join their research and development team in Klerksdorp . This role focuses on the design, development, and optimization of novel drug delivery systems and pharmaceutical dosage forms. You will be responsible for translating scientific discoveries into viable, patient‑friendly formulations that meet stringent quality and regulatory standards. This is an exceptional opportunity for a scientist with expertise in pharmaceutics to contribute to the development of next‑generation therapies in a dynamic and collaborative R&D setting.
About the Role
Our client is seeking a dedicated and innovative Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join their research and development team in Klerksdorp . This role focuses on the design, development, and optimization of novel drug delivery systems and…
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