1,866 Principal Formulation Scientist jobs in Kenya
Principal Formulation Scientist
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client, a premier pharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing healthcare solutions, is seeking an exceptional Principal Formulation Scientist to join our globally distributed, fully remote Research & Development team. This role is paramount in shaping the future of our drug delivery systems and product development. You will lead the design, development, and optimization of novel pharmaceutical formulations for a wide range of therapeutic agents. The ideal candidate possesses a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development, including expertise in various dosage forms (oral, injectable, topical) and drug delivery technologies. A strong track record of successful product development and regulatory submission support is highly desirable.
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This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from your dedicated home laboratory or office space. While our primary research facilities are based in Machakos, Machakos, KE , we are committed to leveraging global talent. If you are a visionary leader in pharmaceutical formulation and are passionate about developing life-changing medicines, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation development of new drug candidates from early-stage research through to preclinical and clinical stages.
- Design and conduct experiments to optimize drug product stability, bioavailability, and performance.
- Develop and characterize various dosage forms, including solid dosage, liquid dosage, parenteral, and topical formulations.
- Investigate and implement novel drug delivery technologies to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Troubleshoot formulation challenges and provide scientific expertise to resolve technical issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including analytical development, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing sciences.
- Author and review technical reports, protocols, and regulatory submission documents (e.g., IND, NDA).
- Stay current with scientific literature, industry trends, and regulatory guidelines relevant to pharmaceutical formulation.
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to a culture of innovation and scientific excellence.
- Present research findings and project updates to internal stakeholders and management.
This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from your dedicated home laboratory or office space. While our primary research facilities are based in Machakos, Machakos, KE , we are committed to leveraging global talent. If you are a visionary leader in pharmaceutical formulation and are passionate about developing life-changing medicines, we encourage you to apply.
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Principal Pharmaceutical Scientist - Formulation
Posted 13 days ago
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Our client is looking for an accomplished and innovative Principal Pharmaceutical Scientist with a specialization in formulation to join their fully remote research and development team. This senior position will lead the development of novel drug delivery systems and optimize existing pharmaceutical formulations to enhance efficacy, safety, and patient compliance. You will be responsible for designing and executing complex formulation studies, analyzing data, and translating research findings into robust manufacturing processes. Your expertise will be crucial in troubleshooting formulation challenges, identifying appropriate excipients, and ensuring that formulations meet stringent regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA). You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including analytical development, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless project progression from early-stage development through to commercialization. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of pharmaceutics, material science, and biopharmaceutics, along with extensive experience in various dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topical). Proficiency in using formulation development software, analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, dissolution apparatus), and statistical analysis tools is essential. You will be expected to stay abreast of emerging technologies and scientific advancements in pharmaceutical formulation. This role demands exceptional leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to mentor junior scientists and drive innovation in a remote environment. This is an outstanding opportunity to make a significant impact on drug development and patient care, working remotely and contributing to our client's groundbreaking research based in **Nyeri, Nyeri, KE**. A Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development within the industry. A strong publication record and patent filings are highly desirable.
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Principal Scientist - Pharmaceutical Formulation
Posted 22 days ago
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Our client, a globally recognized pharmaceutical leader, is seeking an exceptional Principal Scientist specializing in Pharmaceutical Formulation to join their dynamic, fully remote research and development team. This role is critical for the innovation and advancement of novel drug delivery systems and dosage forms. You will leverage your extensive expertise to design, develop, and optimize pharmaceutical formulations that enhance drug efficacy, safety, and patient compliance. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge drug development from a remote setting, collaborating with world-class scientists and researchers.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the research and development of innovative pharmaceutical formulations (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topical agents) for novel and existing drug products.
- Design and execute formulation development studies, including pre-formulation, excipient compatibility, process development, and stability testing.
- Characterize the physical and chemical properties of drug substances and formulated products using advanced analytical techniques.
- Develop and validate analytical methods for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
- Investigate and troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing process issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including drug discovery, analytical chemistry, process engineering, and regulatory affairs.
- Author and review formulation development reports, technical transfer documents, and regulatory submission components.
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to building a strong pipeline of innovative drug delivery technologies.
- Stay current with scientific literature, industry trends, and regulatory guidelines related to pharmaceutical formulation.
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development, with a strong track record of successfully bringing products through development.
- In-depth knowledge of drug delivery technologies, biopharmaceutics, and material science.
- Expertise in various dosage forms, including solid oral dosage forms, parenteral formulations, and controlled-release systems.
- Proficiency in formulation development techniques and advanced analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, GC, DSC, TGA, XRD, particle size analysis).
- Strong understanding of GMP regulations and guidelines relevant to pharmaceutical development.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and experimental design skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience in report writing and scientific presentations.
- Proven ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively within a remote, multidisciplinary team.
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Principal Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist (Remote)
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client, a globally recognized pharmaceutical innovator, is seeking a highly accomplished Principal Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist to join their fully remote research and development team. This pivotal role will drive the design, development, and optimization of novel drug formulations across various therapeutic areas. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in pre-formulation, formulation development, and characterization of small molecule and/or biologic drug products. This position requires a deep scientific understanding, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a proven capacity to lead complex projects in a remote-first environment. Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of innovative drug formulations for various delivery routes (e.g., oral, injectable, topical), focusing on optimizing bioavailability, stability, and patient compliance.
- Conduct pre-formulation studies, including physicochemical characterization of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
- Design and execute formulation development studies, identifying critical quality attributes (CQAs) and critical process parameters (CPPs).
- Utilize advanced analytical techniques for formulation characterization (e.g., HPLC, GC, DSC, TGA, XRPD, particle size analysis).
- Develop and validate analytical methods for drug substance and drug product testing.
- Troubleshoot formulation and process-related issues, devising effective solutions.
- Collaborate with analytical development, DMPK, CMC, and regulatory affairs teams to advance projects through the drug development pipeline.
- Prepare and review comprehensive technical reports, protocols, and regulatory submission documents.
- Stay current with scientific literature, industry trends, and regulatory guidelines relevant to pharmaceutical formulation.
- Mentor junior scientists and foster a culture of scientific excellence and innovation within the remote R&D team.
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical formulation development, with a strong emphasis on leading projects.
- In-depth knowledge of formulation principles, drug delivery systems, and excipient science.
- Extensive experience with various analytical techniques and instrumentation for characterization.
- Proven track record of successfully developing formulations for clinical trials and commercialization.
- Excellent scientific judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, crucial for effective remote collaboration.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience in mentoring scientific staff.
- Familiarity with GMP regulations and guidelines.
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Senior Pharmaceutical Development Scientist - Drug Formulation
Posted 18 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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Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist (Pharmaceutical)
Posted 15 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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Remote Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist - Drug Development
Posted 17 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 9 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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Lead Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist
Posted 3 days ago
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Our client, a groundbreaking pharmaceutical innovator, is seeking a Lead Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist to spearhead their drug development initiatives in a fully remote capacity. This senior role is pivotal in designing, developing, and optimizing innovative drug delivery systems and formulations that ensure the efficacy, safety, and stability of new pharmaceutical products. You will lead a team of formulation scientists, guiding them through the entire product development lifecycle, from pre-formulation studies to successful scale-up and commercialization.
Key responsibilities include conducting extensive pre-formulation research to understand the physicochemical properties of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients. You will design and execute experimental studies to develop various dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, liquids, injectables, topical preparations), focusing on bioavailability, stability, and patient compliance. This role demands a deep understanding of drug delivery technologies, including controlled release mechanisms, nanotechnology, and targeted delivery systems. Experience with analytical techniques for characterization of formulations (e.g., HPLC, GC, DSC, TGA, XRPD) is essential.
The Lead Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist will oversee the optimization of formulations to enhance therapeutic outcomes and manufacturing efficiency. You will be responsible for preparing comprehensive technical documentation, including formulation development reports, protocols, and regulatory submission documents (e.g., IND, NDA). Collaboration with regulatory affairs, quality assurance, manufacturing, and clinical teams is crucial to ensure seamless product development and regulatory compliance. You will also contribute to the intellectual property strategy through patent filings.
A Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development. Proven experience leading formulation development projects and managing scientific teams is essential. Expertise in various dosage form development and a strong understanding of regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA) are mandatory. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills are critical. This remote-first position allows you to drive critical drug development efforts from anywhere. This role is based in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE .
Key responsibilities include conducting extensive pre-formulation research to understand the physicochemical properties of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients. You will design and execute experimental studies to develop various dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, liquids, injectables, topical preparations), focusing on bioavailability, stability, and patient compliance. This role demands a deep understanding of drug delivery technologies, including controlled release mechanisms, nanotechnology, and targeted delivery systems. Experience with analytical techniques for characterization of formulations (e.g., HPLC, GC, DSC, TGA, XRPD) is essential.
The Lead Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist will oversee the optimization of formulations to enhance therapeutic outcomes and manufacturing efficiency. You will be responsible for preparing comprehensive technical documentation, including formulation development reports, protocols, and regulatory submission documents (e.g., IND, NDA). Collaboration with regulatory affairs, quality assurance, manufacturing, and clinical teams is crucial to ensure seamless product development and regulatory compliance. You will also contribute to the intellectual property strategy through patent filings.
A Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development. Proven experience leading formulation development projects and managing scientific teams is essential. Expertise in various dosage form development and a strong understanding of regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA) are mandatory. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills are critical. This remote-first position allows you to drive critical drug development efforts from anywhere. This role is based in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE .
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Senior Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Pharmaceutical Formulations Scientist to join their leading, fully remote research and development division. This role is critical for the design, development, and optimization of novel drug formulations, ensuring efficacy, stability, and patient compliance. You will be responsible for leading formulation development projects from concept to clinical trial readiness, working with a wide range of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and dosage forms. Key responsibilities include conducting pre-formulation studies, selecting appropriate excipients, developing manufacturing processes, and characterizing drug products. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of physical chemistry, polymer science, materials science, and pharmaceutics. Proficiency with analytical techniques such as HPLC, dissolution testing, particle size analysis, and DSC is essential. Experience with various dosage forms, including oral solid dosage, sterile injectables, and topical preparations, is highly desirable. You will collaborate closely with analytical chemists, process engineers, and regulatory affairs specialists to ensure successful product development and regulatory submissions. Strong problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication abilities are paramount for this position. You will be expected to interpret complex data, troubleshoot formulation challenges, and contribute to scientific publications and patent applications. This is an exceptional opportunity to drive innovation in pharmaceutical development and contribute to life-saving therapies from a remote setting, supporting organizations that may operate or have an interest in **Nyeri, Nyeri, KE**.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop pharmaceutical formulations for various dosage forms.
- Conduct pre-formulation studies and characterization of APIs.
- Select appropriate excipients and optimize formulation composition.
- Develop and scale-up manufacturing processes for drug products.
- Perform analytical testing to assess formulation performance and stability.
- Troubleshoot formulation and process-related issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs.
- Contribute to regulatory documentation and scientific publications.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Extensive knowledge of pharmaceutics, drug delivery systems, and excipients.
- Proficiency in various analytical techniques for drug product characterization.
- Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage projects and work independently in a remote environment.
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