Principal Research Scientist

About the Role

Our client is a leading provider of innovative healthcare solutions seeking to immediately fill the position of Principal Research Scientist on a full-time basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and enhancement of oral solid dosage forms, such as tablets and chewable tablets intended for animals.
• Drive formulation efforts from prototype development through to commercial production transfer.
• Apply expert knowledge in wet and dry granulation, blending, tableting, coating techniques, bioavailability enhancement, controlled drug release, taste masking, and Quality by Design (QbD) principles.
• Collaborate effectively with Research & Development, Production, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs departments.
• Manage and provide technical guidance to external collaborators including CROs and CDMOs.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare and review regulatory Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) documentation.
• Evaluate new technologies and licensing opportunities for integration.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to scientists and technical experts across the organization.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Master's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline; a PhD is an advantage.
• Extensive practical experience in developing and manufacturing oral solid dosage forms, particularly tablets and/or chewable tablets.
• Strong understanding of GMP standards and international regulatory guidelines such as ICH and VICH.
• Proven track record in successfully transferring drug products from lab-scale development to commercial manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience working within global matrix organizations.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.

Benefits

• Opportunity for independent initiative and personalized professional development.
• Employer contributions towards retirement savings.
• 30 days of annual leave.
• Access to health and fitness programs.
• Work within an international corporate environment.
• Subsidized job ticket and bicycle leasing options.
• Up to 60% possibility for remote work.