Formulation Development Team Leader - Pharmaceutical & Personal Care
at Atom Recruitment Ltd.
Bedford, MK40 4LU, Bedfordshire
Onsite | Full Time
Our Client is a very successful Pharmaceutical and Personal Care manufacturing company. They are now seeking a Formulation Development Team Leader. This position will be based on site near Bedford and is a full-time permanent role.
Job Purpose
* An opportunity has arisen to join the Pharmaceutical Development Department as a Formulation Development Team Leader responsible for developing new cosmetic / cosmeceuticals and a range of topical pharmaceutical medicines and medical devices and managing a small team of Formulation Chemists within a laboratory setting.
* This role will be varied requiring cross-functional collaboration with several departments to drive projects from concept to launch while ensuring the company’s quality, safety, and efficacy standards are met.
* The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge in 'hands-on’ formulation design and development of topical formulations and lead the team to deliver projects that align with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, plan and develop robust formulations from concept to commercial launch based on the project brief while considering required claims, novel technologies, excipient / packaging compatibility, product performance, physical characteristics, physicochemical stability, sustainability, risks and costs.
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously and demonstrate methodical experimental design including suitable test methods, meticulous execution, and precise data analysis.
* Document all research and development activities to a high standard and in a timely manner to ensure project milestones are met.
* Manage and mentor a small team of Formulation Chemists ensuring appropriate training is provided, training courses are identified and training records are maintained.
* Lead and support formulation development activities inclusive of pre-clinical and clinical stage products and scale-up of potential formulations to pilot scale (100 kg) as required.
* Support technology transfer of development products into commercial manufacture by attending the manufacturing site as required.
* Stay informed about industry advancements and emerging technologies, identifying potential opportunities to drive process improvements and foster innovation.
* Maintain excellent communication with both the line manager and other team members and interact and collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage, lead and support to achieve project goals in the development of products.
* Stay updated with current Good Practice (cGxP) and Health & Safety (H&S) regulations pertinent to the role.
Qualifications / Experience
* BSc (or equivalent) or higher in cosmetic or pharmaceutical sciences.
* Expert knowledge in 'hands-on’ formulation design and development of topical formulations.
* Experience in formulation development of skincare or personal care, topical / transdermal formulations, preferably in cosmetics or pharmaceutical industries.
* Strong knowledge of cosmetic / pharmaceutical ingredients and their interactions.
* Familiarity with cosmetic, medicinal, or medical device regulations.
* Have a 'can do’ attitude with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a team setting.
* Passion for continuous learning and a growth mindset.
* Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills and be adaptable to change.
In return, our client is offering a competitive basic salary (salary is negotiable and dependent on experience) plus comprehensive benefits for the successful candidate.
Please send your C.V to Lorraine Roger, Director at Atom Recruitment Ltd.
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