SeniorR&DScientist-InhalationDevelopment

EVA Pharma is hiring Senior Scientist for the inhalation development team. The role will be responsible for hands-on formulation development, analytical characterisation, scale-up, and process validation of Generic Dry Powder Inhaler products — including capsule-based, blister-based, reservoir-based, dual capsule/blister inhalers, and generic nebulizers. The role requires deep technical expertise in powder engineering and inhalation science, with the ability to independently drive development activities. **Key responsibilities:** DPI Formulation Development * Design and optimise DPI, MDI & Nebulizer formulations for capsule-based, blister-based, reservoir-based, and dual capsule/blister inhalers * Develop and evaluate device-formulation compatibility across all inhalation platform types * Apply particle engineering techniques — micronization, spray drying, powder blending — to achieve target aerodynamic profiles * Develop generic nebulizer formulations alongside DPI programmes * Execute feasibility, prototype, and optimisation studies with full scientific documentation Analytical Characterisation * Perform aerodynamic characterisation using NGI and DUSA for in-process and release testing * Apply laser diffraction and other particle sizing tools to characterise powder properties * Execute and interpret analytical data to guide formulation decisions and device selection * Support development and qualification of analytical methods specific to inhalation products Scale-Up & Process Validation * Lead scale-up activities from lab to pilot and commercial manufacturing scale * Define and optimise critical process parameters using QbD principles, DoE, and FMEA * Execute process validation protocols and compile validation reports * Identify and mitigate technical risks through the development lifecycle Tech Transfer to Manufacturing * Prepare technology transfer packages including formulation, process, and analytical documentation * Support on-site transfer activities at man