Scientist

Join a Leading Biopharmaceutical Organization

If you are passionate about protein science and biologic drug development, this is an opportunity to contribute to high-quality injectable formulations that support life-changing therapies for patients worldwide.

About the Role

Collaborate with a globally recognized biopharmaceutical organization dedicated to advancing innovative therapies for patients with serious and chronic diseases. As part of an ongoing investment in development sciences, a Scientist will be sought to join the Injectable Formulation Development team on a 12-month contract basis.

This position offers the opportunity to engage in the development of monoclonal antibody and next-generation biologic therapies, supporting programs from early toxicology studies to late-stage clinical development. In a highly collaborative environment, you will work with cross-functional teams across CMC Development, Analytical Sciences, and Clinical Development to deliver high-quality formulations for a diverse biologics pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct formulation and analytical studies to support biologics development programs.
• Perform protein and antibody characterization using a range of analytical techniques.
• Support pre-formulation and formulation development activities in the laboratory.
• Contribute to laboratory organization, resource management, and technical support activities.
• Author protocols, technical reports, and supporting documentation.
• Interpret and present scientific data to project teams and stakeholders.
• Support the evaluation of biochemical and physical degradation pathways affecting biologic stability.
• Collaborate across multiple functional areas to support development milestones.

Key Skills and Requirements

Essential

• MSc or PhD in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of three years' relevant laboratory experience within an industrial or academic setting.
• Experience with protein and antibody analysis techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, iCE, UV Spectroscopy, DLS, CGE, Rheology, MFI, or sub-visible particle analysis.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a dynamic team environment.

Desirable

• Experience in biologics formulation development.
• Exposure to laboratory automation technologies.
• Knowledge of monoclonal antibody development and stability assessment.

This position is ideally suited for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced R&D environment, combining hands-on laboratory work with scientific problem-solving and data interpretation. Candidates must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.