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Viatris

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Research & Development
  • Dublin
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AI generated summary

  • You need a Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2+ years in pharma research, solid-state characterization experience, basic analytical skills, and competence in formulation development and scale-up processes.
  • You will develop formulations, conduct lab tests, resolve manufacturing issues, ensure cGMP compliance, update technical documents, and prepare standard operating procedures.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree or higher in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Technology.
  • Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a pharmaceutical research and manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with solid state characterisation for oral dosage forms (SEM, Powder Rheometer, Particle Size Analyser, Flowability Tester, etc.).
  • Basic analytical skills (UV & HPLC).
  • Competent in wet granulation, the use of fluid bed dryers, extrusion-spheroidisation and/or fluid bed (Wurster) coating processes and scale-up of these processes.
  • Competent in formulation development techniques and interpretation of results.
  • Experience with transfer of scale-up process into production.

Responsibilities

  • Carrying out all necessary formulation development of different dosage forms, such as preformulation studies, laboratory scale studies, optimisation experiments.
  • Handling equipment employed in the formulation development lab.
  • Executing all lab activities in a safe and reliable manner in line with Pharmaceutical GLP/GMP and/or internal guidelines.
  • Perform testing on the Engineering and Validation batches manufactured as part of New Product Introductions or Process Optimisations.
  • Investigate issues with existing products or manufacturing processes during the commercial manufacturing operations with an intent to either resolve the issue or improve the product quality.
  • Generate/update the technical documents based on evaluation of the Formulation and Manufacturing Process.
  • Conduct patent literature survey and database search.
  • Document all work as required by cGMPs on a timely basis.
  • Write up trial batch records as required.
  • Preparation of standard operating procedures.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Formulation Scientist position?

A Master’s degree or higher in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Technology is required for this position.

How many years of experience are necessary for this role?

A minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a pharmaceutical research and manufacturing environment is necessary.

What type of dosage forms will the Formulation Scientist be working with?

The Formulation Scientist will be involved in the development of various dosage forms, including solid state characterization for oral dosage forms.

Are there specific analytical skills required for this role?

Yes, basic analytical skills in UV & HPLC are required for this position.

What are the essential formulation development techniques mentioned?

Competency in wet granulation, fluid bed drying, extrusion-spheroidization, and Wurster coating processes are essential formulation development techniques for this role.

Does Viatris provide opportunities for career progression?

Yes, Viatris offers excellent career progression opportunities for its employees.

What benefits does Viatris offer to employees?

Benefits include competitive salaries, health insurance, a pension plan, a bonus scheme, and work-life balance initiatives.

What is the company’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

Viatris is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and considers diversity and inclusion as essential to its mission.

Is prior experience with transfer of scale-up processes required?

Yes, experience with the transfer of scale-up processes into production is a requirement for this role.

How does Viatris approach sustainability?

Viatris believes in advancing responsible and sustainable operations and recognizes that its actions affect the stakeholders and communities it serves.

Viatris

We believe in healthcare not as it is, but as it should be

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2020
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Viatris (NASDAQ: VTRS) is a global healthcare company empowering people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life. Our differentiated portfolio includes brands, generics, and complex generics across multiple therapeutic areas. Our product diversity combined with our global scale, local approach and deep understanding of our markets allows for better access to customers and patients in more than 165 countries and territories. From our unique vantage point, we have the ability to touch all of life’s moments from acute conditions to chronic diseases. We put the person at the center of their own unique health journey. Viatris is more than a place to work, it is a place to make an impact in the world. Our culture is performance-driven, highly engaging and inclusive. We support and invest in our colleagues living, learning, growing and achieving on behalf of our mission. Four simple but powerful expectations define The Viatris Way – Own It. Be Real. Stay Agile. Take Pride. Ultimately, we know we are Stronger Together, working collaboratively and relentlessly across our company and with the broader global community, in pursuit of access. Because health matters everywhere.

Benefits

  • Retirement savings plans

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Remote and flexible work arrangements in most locations