Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories

Senior Formulation Scientist (Drug Product) - Eurofins CDMO Alphora, Inc.

Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6-10 years of experience in formulation chemistry or related field
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or Science
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, and statistical software
  • Strong written and communication skills for client-facing interactions
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to mentor junior staff

Responsibilities

  • Lead formulation and drug product development from early stages to GMP scale-up
  • Design and conduct formulation studies and oversee process development
  • Provide technical leadership during GMP manufacturing operations
  • Author and review critical documentation including protocols and SOPs
  • Troubleshoot formulation and process issues to enhance productivity
  • Represent the team in client meetings and technical discussions
  • Support business development with technical expertise

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • RRSP plan with 3% company match
  • Paid holidays and time off
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and independent Senior Formulation Chemist to lead formulation development activities within our Drug Product Operations team. In this role, you will take ownership of projects from early development through GMP manufacturing, playing a critical role in delivering high-quality oral dosage products. You will drive formulation and process development, scale-up, and technology transfer, while also providing oversight of GMP production activities. As a senior team member, you will serve as a scientific leader-collaborating cross-functionally, supporting client engagements, and contributing to business development initiatives. This is an ideal role for an experienced professional who combines deep technical expertise with leadership, problem-solving, and client-facing capabilities. Key Highlights: • Lead and independently execute formulation and drug product development activities • Design and oversee formulation studies, process development, and GMP scale-up • Provide oversight and technical leadership for GMP manufacturing operations • Author and review protocols, batch records, SOPs, and technical reports • Troubleshoot complex formulation and process challenges, driving continuous improvement • Represent Drug Product Operations in client meetings and technical discussions • Support Business Development with technical expertise • Ensure full compliance with cGMP, GLP, SOPs, and safety standards Qualifications • Years of Experience: 6-10 years • Education: min. BS or above in relevant Engineering or Science based field • Systems: Excel, Word, statistics-based programs • Soft Skills: strong written and communications skills - candidate will be client facing; strong Leadership skills/ability to manage junior formulators The starting annual base compensation for this position is $90,000 CAD. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Disclaimer: Salary information posted on sites other than the official careers page does not reflect the organization's compensation and may represent estimated ranges provided by third-party job boards. The organization offers competitive wages and a comprehensive total rewards package, which will be discussed during the interview process. At Eurofins CDMO Alphora, we leverage artificial intelligence (AI) technology to support our recruitment process, including preliminary screening of applications and resumes. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. This posting is for a current vacancy and the successful candidate will start as soon as possible. At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off. NO AGENCIES, CALLS OR EMAILS PLEASE Videos To Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2k6ehfSk0A

About Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is a leading contract research organization (CRO) providing analytical, research and testing services to clients in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, crop protection, chemical, food, environmental and consumer products industries. The company was founded in 1961 and has grown to become one of the largest CROs in the world, with over 50 locations in 20 countries. Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is part of the Eurofins Scientific Group, a global leader in bioanalytical testing and laboratory services. The company's services include method development and validation, stability testing, quality control testing, and regulatory compliance support.
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