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We are supporting a global scientific services organisation delivering formulation and pharmaceutical development expertise into regulated life-science environments.
As part of their continued growth, we’re searching for a Formulation Group Lead Scientist to oversee and guide formulation scientists to deliver high-quality development projects, while acting as the technical lead for client work.
Key Responsibilities include:
* Lead, mentor and develop a team of formulation scientists
* Act as technical lead and client contact for formulation projects
* Deliver hands-on formulation and pre-formulation laboratory work
* Support dosage form development, scale-up and characterisation activities
* Ensure quality, safety, documentation and regulatory compliance
* Interpret data, contribute to reports and support continuous improvement
To be considered for this position:
* Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Materials Science or similar
* Experience leading or mentoring scientific teams
* Strong background in formulation development and material characterisation (e.g., Particle size, PXRD, DSC, TGA).
* Knowledge of dosage form development and laboratory-scale manufacturing
* Experience using DoE/statistical tools to inform development work
* Confident communicator with strong organisational skills
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role balancing technical expertise with people leadership and client engagement.
If you are a technically strong formulation leader looking for your next step, please apply with your CV for a confidential discussion.
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