Scientist, Formulation
Core
Design, prepare, and test drug product formulations at bench scale to assess stability, compatibility, and performance for small molecules or biologics. (via careerplan.io/jobs/446015-scientist-formulation-at-gsk)
Role type
Scientist, Formulation Science
Builds
Drug product formulations for vaccines and medicines
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals / Formulation Science
Required skills
Formulation design and bench-scale testing, Stability study design and execution, Physicochemical characterization (particle size, pH, viscosity, chromatography, thermal analysis), Analytical techniques (HPLC), Laboratory documentation, Troubleshooting and method improvement
Preferred skills
Biologic formulation expertise, Lyophilization and controlled-release systems, Process development and scale-up, Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis, Regulatory knowledge for formulation development
Technologies
HPLC, Particle sizing, pH meters, Viscosity analyzers, Thermal analyzers, Chromatography systems, Electronic laboratory notebooks
Responsibilities
Design and execute stability studies and stress tests, Characterize physicochemical properties using analytical methods, Collaborate with analytical, process development, regulatory, and quality teams, Maintain accurate laboratory records and study reports, Troubleshoot experiments and improve methods, Maintain drug product laboratory space
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC
