Principal Formulation Chemist

SLS Services Limited; Newry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

Principal FormulationChemist

Are you a dedicated and innovative professional with a passion for pharmaceutical formulation and development? Join a global leader in veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturing, where your expertise will drive the creation of cutting-edge veterinary medicines distributed to over 120 countries worldwide.

About the Role

As a Principal FormulationChemist, you will play a pivotal role in developing veterinary pharmaceutical dosage forms, employing quality by design principles, and ensuring adherence to global regulatory standards. You will be involved in every stage of the product lifecycle, from target product profile creation to prototype manufacture and technology transfer to manufacturing suites.

Key Responsibilities for a Principal Formulation Chemist

• Develop and optimize pharmaceutical dosage forms, including tablets, suspensions, solutions, and sterile injectables.

• Identify and evaluate product critical quality attributes and critical process parameters.

• Perform laboratory-based manufacturing and analysis to drive product development.

• Support scale-up and technology transfer of new products into operations.

• Prepare regulatory submissions and responses in line with global standards.

• Train and mentor laboratory staff on SOPs, manufacturing processes, and techniques.

• Collaborate across R&D, Operations, and Quality Control teams to progress projects.

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemistry or pharmacy-related discipline.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in formulation and product development.

• Proficient in data analysis and statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, Excel).

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Experience in physical test analysis.

Desirable Criteria

• Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in pharmaceutical sciences.

• Knowledge of GMP, (V)ICH requirements, and Quality by Design principles.

• Experience in new product introduction and supporting ANDA regulatory submissions.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• 32 days annual leave.

• Company pension scheme and free life assurance.

• Healthcare cash plan and employee well-being initiatives.

• Opportunities for career development and progression.

• On-site perks, including free parking and canteen facilities.

If you are a motivated, detail-oriented professional eager to contribute to a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and quality, apply today!

Additional Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.