Pharmaceutical Scientist (Junior)

Responsibilities:

1. Develop or optimize formulation processes.
2. Assist in solubility, stability, compatibility studies.
3. Lab-scale formulation prototyping (e.g., tablets, capsules).
4. Prepare R&D reports.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, or related STEM fields.
2. Knowledge in formulation science, drug delivery, or biopharmaceutics preferred.
3. Basic understanding of oral solid dosage form development (tablets, capsules).
4. Knowledge of preformulation concepts such as solubility, pKa, hygroscopicity, polymorphism.
5. Ability to document experiments clearly (lab notebooks, R&D reports).
6. Able to work in a fast-paced, project-driven R&D team.
7. Experience working in pharmaceutical or biotech environment is a plus.
8. Familiarity with common analytical instruments: HPLC, UV-Vis, XRPD, DSC, TGA. (advantage but optional)
9. Understanding of GMP, ICH guidelines (Q8–Q10), and basic CMC principles. (advantage but optional)