Location: BioCity Scotland, Bo’Ness Rd, Newhouse ML1 5UH
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Contract: Full time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent
Company Overview
BDD Pharma is a science based pharmaceutical research company that brings together formulation development, GMP manufacturing and clinical trial services to fast‑track early product development. We are unique in that we are at the cutting edge of drug delivery research, developing and patenting new technologies to overcome some of the biggest pharmaceutical challenges while also using our expertise to support pharmaceutical companies to achieve their goals. There are not many companies where you can be involved in the strategy and development of a new medicinal product and then also see first‑hand how it performs in the clinic.
Why Join BDD?
* We offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes private healthcare through Vitality, a generous pension scheme and access to our employee assistance programme with Health Assured.
* You will receive 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
* The opportunity to work on a variety of projects across a range of therapeutic areas, helping to shape the development of new medicines with some of the world’s biggest pharmaceutical companies and those at the forefront of technological advances.
* We offer a unique working environment with integrated formulation development, GMP manufacturing and clinical research services. This means that every day is different. Working at the cutting edge of early‑stage drug development and clinical research provides a challenging environment with continued learning.
* To apply: Please apply via our LinkedIn job vacancy or e‑mail your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the position to: careers@bddpharma.com.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within BDD Pharma for an experienced Formulation Scientist to join our formulation development team. In this role, you will be spearheading the design and development of new drug products using either BDD’s proprietary timed‑release technology, OralogiK, or to client specifications. Our clients come to us to help with challenging projects to treat real medical needs across a range of therapeutic areas which brings variety and interest to the role. Additionally, because BDD also has a clinical trials facility, our scientists can see first‑hand how the products they have designed work in man.
We are looking for a confident, driven individual with a care for detail who shares our enthusiasm for delivering on customer excellence and our passion for science. In return you will join a fast‑paced, start‑up like environment where initiative and a questioning mind is valued. There are opportunities for growth for an ambitious person who would like to develop within a technical role.
Responsibilities
* Conduct formulation development activities to meet project milestones and timelines.
* Design and execute experiments to develop stable and scalable formulations of oral solid dosage form with increasing independence (liquid or semi‑solid dosage form will be an added benefit). This includes the selection of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients to create stable, effective products.
* Support the transfer of lab‑scale formulations to manufacturing processes, ensuring robust manufacturability and clinical trial readiness.
* Conduct pre‑formulation studies (solubility, compatibility, particle size, flow properties).
* Maintain meticulous records in Laboratory Notebooks (LNs) and draft technical reports, such as Pharmaceutical Development Reports, in compliance with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices).
* Attend regular client meetings and provide scientific input.
* Independently troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to formulation stability, compatibility, or manufacturing.
* Work within cross‑functional project teams to meet project milestones.
* Design and monitor stability studies according to ICH guidelines (long‑term, accelerated, stress testing).
* Interpret analytical data (HPLC, Dissolution, degradation) to assess product quality.
Education, Qualifications and Experience
* A bachelor’s, master’s or Ph.D. degree in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry or a formulation related subject.
* Approximately 2‑3 years of experience and ability to demonstrate knowledge in the development of oral dosage forms within a pharmaceutical development laboratory.
* Understanding and experience of different analytical methods used in the testing and development of pharmaceutical products.
Desirable Experience
* Knowledge of manufacturing process development, definition of Critical Process Parameters and formulation robustness.
* Knowledge in a wide range of technical aspects related to formulation feasibility, scale up and tech transfer.
* Working knowledge of GLP and related quality documentation processes for pharmaceutical R&D and production.
* Knowledge of QbD (Quality by Design) principles.
* Understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., MHRA, US FDA).
Personal Attributes
* Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to communicate at all levels.
* Demonstrate an ability and willingness to help resolve complex problems as they arise.
* Demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing priorities and utilise resources effectively.
* Ability to liaise with clients in a professional manner.
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