Catalent
Pharmaceutical
FormulationScientist1
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“Formulation Scientist 1 at Catalent. Skills: Formulation development, GMP, GLP. Design feasibility studies. Prepare feasibility studies”
Industry & Context.
Analyse data; Interpret data; Draw conclusions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related scientific discipline, Equivalent experience, Working knowledge of GMP environments, Working knowledge of GLP environments, Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, High standard of written English, High standard of spoken English
Nice to Have
Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences
What You'll Do.
Design feasibility studies
Prepare feasibility studies
Execute feasibility studies
Design formulation studies
Prepare formulation studies
Execute formulation studies
Perform in-process testing
Perform finished product testing
Present findings to teams
Present findings to customers
Author technical reports
Review technical reports
Verify technical reports
Support GMP manufacturing
Ensure compliance with health requirements
Ensure compliance with safety requirements
Ensure compliance with COSHH requirements
Ensure compliance with risk assessment requirements
Identify process improvement initiatives
Contribute to process improvement initiatives
Maintain laboratory equipment
Support SOP generation
Ensure availability of materials
Ensure availability of equipment
Prioritise project activities
Deliver project activities
Collaborate across teams
Uphold ethical standards
Uphold quality standards
Uphold professional standards
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Internal project teams; External customers; Across teams
Communication Scope
Present technical information
Process & Methodology
Prioritise activities, Meet milestones
Full Job Description
Formulation Scientist 1 **Location** \- Swindon, UK **Position summary;** 37.5 P/W Monday- Friday (Onsite). Catalent Swindon are seeking a Formulation Scientist to join the team, offering a unique opportunity to develop the skills and expertise required to support the development of innovative Zydis® products. This includes early-phase proof of concept studies, feasibility work, formulation optimisation, and supply of materials for clinical trials. **The Role:** * Design, prepare and execute small-scale feasibility and formulation studies * Perform in-process and finished product testing * Analyse and interpret data, drawing conclusions and making recommendations * Present findings to internal project teams and external customers * Author, review and verify batch records and technical reports * Support GMP manufacturing activities for clinical trials and stability studies * Ensure compliance with health, safety, COSHH and risk assessment requirements * Identify and contribute to process improvement initiatives * Maintain laboratory equipment and support SOP generation in line with GLP * Ensure availability of materials and equipment to meet project timelines * Independently prioritise and deliver project activities to agreed milestones * Collaborate across teams to ensure successful project delivery * Uphold high ethical, quality and professional standards aligned with Catalent values **The Candidate** * Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (preferred) or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent experience * Working knowledge of GMP and/or GLP environments * Proficient in Microsoft Office applications * Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly * High standard of written and spoken English **Why Join Catalent?** * **Competitive Salary** – Reflecting your skills and experience * **Bonus & Benefits** – Annual performance bonus, pension scheme, life assurance, generous holiday entitlement (with option to purchase more), p
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