Formulation Scientist

We are recruiting an experienced Formulation Scientist that can work independently and in collaboration to perform complex laboratory and research-related formulations of bioactive peptides

Responsibilities

• Formulation to incorporate bioactive peptides into efficacious nutritional, personal care and cosmetic products
• Deep understanding of positive and/or negative interactions between bioactive peptides and formulation ingredients
• Establishing formula specifications, conducting stability studies, investigating and implementing new testing methods to substantiate ingredient performance and/or efficacy
• Providing guidance to the R&D team about ingredient performance in formulation tests
• Preparing and reviewing technical documents, including validation protocols and reports, analytical test procedures, investigation reports and change controls
• Provides the necessary documentation for global regulatory submissions, drafts and reviews submission documents, and writes deficiency responses
• Contribute to an environment that fosters innovation

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD in Applied Chemistry, Food Science or Food Technology – Substantial relevant experience may be substituted for PhD requirement.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in pharmaceutical research and development and you will have pre-formulation, drug characterisation and ingredient selection experience.
• Familiarity with taking a product from concept to commercialisation.
• Competent in formulation development techniques and interpretation of results
• Excellent analytical skills (UV & HPLC) required.
• Use formulation experience and scientific literature to develop, justify and/or investigate formulation and processing techniques.
• Self-starter who can be effective with minimal supervision.

Competencies

• Natural ability to problem solve
• Hard worker
• Exceptional organisation skills and ability to optimise working environment
• Demonstrated capability in project management & building relationships.
• Possess excellent communication skills
• A team player with strong influencing skills.
• Ability to communicate with experimental biologists, computer scientists and non-scientists

How to apply

Submit your CV and Cover letter in a PDF format to jobs@nuritas.com

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