1,846 Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist jobs in Kenya
Lead Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist
Posted 22 days ago
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Our client, a pioneering biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies, is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist to join our fully remote research and development team. This critical role will involve leading the design, development, and optimization of novel drug formulations to enhance drug delivery, efficacy, and patient compliance. You will be at the forefront of drug product development, from pre-clinical stages through to late-stage clinical development and commercialization. The ideal candidate possesses a profound understanding of pharmaceutics, drug delivery systems, and regulatory requirements for drug product manufacturing. Your responsibilities will include directing formulation strategy, conducting feasibility studies, developing robust formulations using various techniques (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topicals), and overseeing scale-up activities. You will work closely with analytical chemists, process engineers, and pharmacologists to ensure the successful transition of drug candidates into viable pharmaceutical products. This position is 100% remote, requiring exceptional organizational skills, the ability to manage complex projects independently, and strong virtual collaboration capabilities. We are looking for a scientific leader with a proven track record in pharmaceutical development, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a passion for innovation. You will mentor junior scientists, contribute to intellectual property generation, and ensure all development activities are conducted in compliance with GMP and relevant regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, EMA). Your expertise will be crucial in bringing life-changing medicines to patients faster and more effectively. This is an exceptional opportunity to drive scientific innovation within a flexible, remote work environment, contributing significantly to our mission of advancing healthcare. We seek individuals who are not only scientifically brilliant but also possess strong leadership qualities and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of pharmaceutical development.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of innovative drug formulations for various dosage forms.
- Design and execute formulation development studies, including excipient selection and optimization.
- Oversee the scale-up of formulations from laboratory to pilot and commercial scale.
- Characterize drug product performance using relevant analytical techniques.
- Collaborate with analytical development, process development, and manufacturing teams.
- Provide scientific leadership and mentorship to junior formulation scientists.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory guidelines, and company SOPs.
- Contribute to the preparation of regulatory submissions (e.g., IND, NDA).
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in pharmaceutical sciences and drug delivery technologies.
- Manage external collaborations with CROs and academic institutions as needed.
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Extensive knowledge of oral solid dosage forms, sterile injectables, or topical formulations.
- Hands-on experience with formulation development techniques and characterization methods.
- Strong understanding of drug delivery systems and technologies.
- Proven experience in leading scientific projects and teams.
- Excellent understanding of GMP and regulatory requirements for drug product development.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fully remote, collaborative environment.
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Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist (Pharmaceutical)
Posted 14 days ago
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Our client is actively recruiting a highly accomplished Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist for a fully remote, full-time position. This role is central to the innovation and development of novel pharmaceutical products, from concept through to clinical trials and commercialization. The ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field, coupled with extensive experience in drug formulation, pre-formulation studies, and dosage form design. You will lead the formulation development of new chemical entities (NCEs) and the improvement of existing drug products, ensuring optimal bioavailability, stability, and patient compliance. Key responsibilities include designing and executing experimental plans for solid dosage forms, sterile injectables, or other relevant dosage types, as well as troubleshooting formulation challenges. You will interpret complex analytical data, conduct characterization studies, and ensure all activities comply with regulatory guidelines (e.g., GMP, ICH). This role involves close collaboration with analytical development, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing teams. The successful applicant will have a strong understanding of physical chemistry, material science, and their application in pharmaceutical development. Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills are essential, enabling effective collaboration in a remote setting. If you are passionate about advancing drug development and have a proven ability to drive formulation projects from bench to clinic, we invite you to apply. This remote position allows you to contribute your expertise to our client's mission, supporting their drug discovery and development efforts potentially impacting areas around Machakos, Machakos, KE .
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Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
Posted 22 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join their prestigious research and development team. This role is instrumental in the design, development, and optimization of innovative drug delivery systems and pharmaceutical formulations. You will lead a team of scientists, guiding them through the entire formulation development process, from pre-clinical stages to clinical trials and manufacturing scale-up. Key responsibilities include conceptualizing novel formulations, selecting appropriate excipients, and characterizing the physical and chemical properties of drug substances and formulations. You will conduct experiments to assess drug stability, dissolution profiles, and bioavailability, ensuring that formulations meet stringent regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA). Expertise in various dosage forms, including solid oral dosage forms, injectables, and topical preparations, is essential. Experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, DSC, TGA, and XRPD is required for characterization and quality control. You will also be involved in troubleshooting formulation-related issues encountered during development and manufacturing. This leadership position requires strong project management skills, the ability to mentor junior scientists, and excellent communication and collaboration capabilities with cross-functional teams including R&D, analytical development, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs. You will play a key role in scientific strategy development and in the preparation of regulatory submission documents. We are looking for a dedicated, results-oriented individual with a passion for pharmaceutical science and a proven track record of successfully bringing new drug products to market. A Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related discipline, along with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role, is required.
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Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist (Remote)
Posted 6 days ago
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Our client, a cutting-edge pharmaceutical research and development company, is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join their fully remote team. This critical role will spearhead the development of innovative drug formulations, ensuring product efficacy, stability, and patient compliance. You will be responsible for leading research projects, designing novel dosage forms, and optimizing existing formulations for a range of therapeutic areas. Key responsibilities include conducting pre-formulation studies, developing robust analytical methods for characterization, and overseeing pilot-scale manufacturing of new drug products. You will collaborate closely with discovery research, analytical development, and regulatory affairs teams to advance drug candidates through the development pipeline. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of pharmaceutics, material science, and drug delivery systems. Experience with various dosage forms, including oral solids, injectables, and topical preparations, is essential. Strong leadership and project management skills are required to mentor a team of formulation scientists and manage multiple complex projects concurrently. A Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, or a closely related field is required, along with a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience. Proven experience in leading formulation development projects from concept to clinical trials is crucial. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a track record of scientific publications are necessary. This remote position, conceptually based in **Ongata Rongai, Kajiado, KE**, offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation in drug development from anywhere.
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Lead Pharmaceutical Research Scientist, Formulation
Posted 5 days ago
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Our client, a dynamic pharmaceutical company, is seeking an accomplished Lead Pharmaceutical Research Scientist with expertise in formulation development. This is a fully remote position, offering a unique opportunity to drive innovation in drug delivery systems from your home laboratory or office. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of pre-formulation, formulation design, and scale-up processes for various dosage forms. You will be instrumental in leading research projects, developing robust and stable drug formulations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role requires a hands-on approach, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a virtual, cross-functional team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 7 years of relevant industry experience in formulation development. Proven experience with different dosage forms and drug delivery technologies is essential. Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment used in formulation and characterization is required. Strong knowledge of GMP guidelines and regulatory requirements for drug product development is mandatory. Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills are critical for this remote role. This position is based out of our research center in Nyeri, Nyeri, KE , but is fully remote.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and optimization of novel pharmaceutical formulations for various routes of administration (e.g., oral, injectable, topical).
- Conduct pre-formulation studies to characterize drug substances and excipients.
- Design and execute formulation experiments, including screening of excipients and process parameters.
- Develop and validate analytical methods for assessing drug product quality, stability, and performance.
- Oversee the scale-up of formulation processes from laboratory to pilot scale.
- Collaborate with analytical chemists, process engineers, and regulatory affairs specialists.
- Troubleshoot formulation challenges and identify innovative solutions.
- Prepare comprehensive reports, technical documentation, and regulatory submissions related to formulation development.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in pharmaceutical formulation science and technology.
- Mentor and guide junior scientists within the formulation team.
The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 7 years of relevant industry experience in formulation development. Proven experience with different dosage forms and drug delivery technologies is essential. Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment used in formulation and characterization is required. Strong knowledge of GMP guidelines and regulatory requirements for drug product development is mandatory. Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills are critical for this remote role. This position is based out of our research center in Nyeri, Nyeri, KE , but is fully remote.
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Senior Pharmaceutical Development Scientist - Drug Formulation
Posted 17 days ago
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Our client, a leading pharmaceutical innovator, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Pharmaceutical Development Scientist specializing in drug formulation to join their esteemed, fully remote team. This critical role will drive the development of novel and effective drug delivery systems, from pre-clinical stages through to clinical trials. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, formulation development, and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of drug formulations for various therapeutic areas, ensuring bioavailability, stability, and efficacy.
- Develop and validate analytical methods for characterizing drug products and raw materials.
- Conduct pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility assessments.
- Scale up formulation processes from laboratory bench to pilot scale and support technology transfer to manufacturing.
- Design and execute experimental plans to investigate critical process parameters and their impact on product quality.
- Collaborate closely with internal R&D teams, including medicinal chemistry, biology, and clinical development, as well as external partners.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports, development summaries, and regulatory submission documents (e.g., IND, NDA).
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in drug delivery technologies, excipients, and formulation science.
- Troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing challenges, implementing effective solutions.
- Ensure all development activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and relevant regulatory guidelines.
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to the scientific leadership of the formulation development group.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Proven track record in developing various dosage forms (e.g., oral solid dosage, injectables, topical).
- Extensive experience with analytical techniques relevant to pharmaceutical characterization (e.g., HPLC, GC, dissolution testing, particle size analysis).
- Strong understanding of drug product stability, excipient functionality, and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA) for drug development.
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and experimental design skills.
- Superb written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration and documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional, remote team.
- Experience with preclinical and clinical formulation support is highly desirable.
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Remote Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist - Drug Development
Posted 16 days ago
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Our client, a rapidly growing pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing life-changing therapies, is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Remote Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to contribute to groundbreaking drug development from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing novel drug delivery systems and formulations for both small molecules and biologics. Your expertise will be critical in translating preclinical research into viable, manufacturable drug products. This role involves extensive laboratory work (potentially through collaboration with external labs or supported home labs), data analysis, and scientific documentation. You will collaborate closely with chemists, pharmacologists, and manufacturing teams to advance drug candidates through the development pipeline. A strong understanding of pharmaceutics, physical chemistry, and regulatory requirements is essential.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop stable, effective, and manufacturable pharmaceutical formulations for various routes of administration.
- Investigate and characterize drug substances and excipients to understand their impact on formulation performance.
- Conduct formulation development studies, including pre-formulation, formulation screening, optimization, and stability testing.
- Utilize various drug delivery technologies and approaches to enhance bioavailability, targeted delivery, or patient compliance.
- Perform analytical testing to characterize formulations, such as dissolution, particle size analysis, and viscosity.
- Scale-up formulation processes from laboratory bench to pilot scale.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports, research summaries, and regulatory submission documents.
- Collaborate with analytical development, process development, and regulatory affairs teams.
- Stay current with scientific literature, emerging technologies, and regulatory guidelines in pharmaceutics and drug delivery.
- Troubleshoot formulation-related challenges and provide scientific insights.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development within the industry.
- Proven track record of successful formulation development for small molecules and/or biologics.
- Hands-on experience with various dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topical).
- Proficiency in analytical techniques relevant to formulation characterization.
- Strong understanding of physical chemistry, materials science, and biopharmaceutics.
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory submission requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA).
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and data analysis skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific information clearly.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage research projects effectively in a remote setting.
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Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist - Drug Development
Posted 8 days ago
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Our client, a progressive pharmaceutical company, is looking for a Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join our dynamic drug development team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute to groundbreaking pharmaceutical research from your home office. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and optimization of novel drug formulations for a wide range of therapeutic areas. You will conduct pre-formulation studies, select appropriate excipients, and develop robust manufacturing processes for both solid and liquid dosage forms. Key responsibilities include performing stability studies, characterizing formulations using various analytical techniques, and preparing documentation for regulatory submissions. You will collaborate closely with analytical development, quality control, and regulatory affairs departments to ensure successful product development. This role requires a deep understanding of pharmaceutical sciences, drug delivery systems, and regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate holds a Master's or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development. Proven expertise in developing various dosage forms, including oral solid, parenteral, and topical formulations, is essential. Experience with controlled-release technologies and bioavailability enhancement is highly desirable. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills are critical. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities are necessary for effective collaboration and documentation in this remote setting. This opportunity offers the chance to significantly contribute to the pipeline of innovative medicines and advance your career in pharmaceutical research and development, working remotely with a collaborative and forward-thinking team. You will be at the forefront of creating new therapeutic solutions that can improve patient outcomes globally. The position demands a meticulous approach to scientific investigation and a commitment to delivering high-quality, effective pharmaceutical products.
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Senior Formulation Scientist - Drug Product Development
Posted 5 days ago
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Our client, a pharmaceutical innovator, is seeking an experienced Senior Formulation Scientist to lead drug product development efforts. This fully remote role offers a unique opportunity to drive the development of stable, effective, and patient-friendly pharmaceutical formulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing drug formulations for various dosage forms, collaborating with cross-functional teams from early-stage development through to commercialization. This position requires a deep understanding of formulation science, materials science, and drug delivery technologies, coupled with excellent project management and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop innovative drug formulations for oral, injectable, topical, and other dosage forms.
- Conduct pre-formulation studies to characterize drug substances and excipients.
- Optimize formulations to achieve desired physicochemical properties, bioavailability, and stability.
- Develop and validate analytical methods for characterizing drug products.
- Oversee formulation scale-up and technology transfer to manufacturing.
- Troubleshoot formulation-related issues and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with analytical, DMPK, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to advance projects.
- Prepare and review formulation development reports, protocols, and regulatory documentation.
- Stay abreast of new technologies and trends in pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery.
- Manage research projects, timelines, and budgets effectively.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior scientists.
- Conduct literature reviews and competitive landscaping related to formulation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other regulatory guidelines.
- Present research findings to internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to the strategic planning of drug product development programs.
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Senior Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly accomplished and innovative Senior Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist to drive the development of novel drug delivery systems. This role is integral to our client's mission of advancing healthcare through cutting-edge pharmaceutical research and development. The position is fully remote, enabling collaboration with a global R&D team and expert consultants. You will be responsible for leading the formulation development process for a variety of pharmaceutical products, from early-stage research to preclinical and clinical development. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of pharmaceutics, drug delivery technologies, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA). Your responsibilities will include designing and executing formulation studies, selecting appropriate excipients, optimizing drug product stability and bioavailability, and troubleshooting formulation challenges. You will conduct in vitro and in vivo assessments to evaluate formulation performance and efficacy. Strong experience with analytical techniques for characterizing drug products is essential, as is a thorough understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This role requires excellent scientific rigor, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. You will collaborate closely with discovery teams, analytical chemists, process engineers, and regulatory affairs specialists. While this position is remote, an understanding of the pharmaceutical industry landscape in regions like Nakuru, Nakuru, KE , may provide relevant context, though the work is location-independent. If you are passionate about pharmaceutical innovation and possess a deep expertise in drug formulation within a remote setting, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation development of new pharmaceutical products, including solid dosage forms, injectables, and topical preparations.
- Design and conduct formulation studies to optimize drug product performance, stability, and bioavailability.
- Select appropriate excipients and drug delivery technologies for various therapeutic areas.
- Develop and validate analytical methods for characterizing drug products.
- Conduct in vitro dissolution testing, stability studies, and other preclinical assessments.
- Troubleshoot formulation development challenges and propose innovative solutions.
- Ensure all formulation activities comply with GMP and regulatory guidelines.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including research, analytical development, and regulatory affairs.
- Prepare technical reports, documentation, and regulatory submission summaries.
- Stay current with advancements in pharmaceutics, drug delivery, and pharmaceutical sciences.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Proven expertise in designing and developing various dosage forms and drug delivery systems.
- Strong understanding of physical chemistry, materials science, and analytical techniques relevant to drug product characterization.
- Experience with GMP and regulatory submission requirements (e.g., IND, NDA).
- Excellent scientific understanding, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and project management abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote environment.
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