Remedica is a leading pharmaceutical company located in Cyprus with pharmaceutical products being distributed in more than 140+ countries worldwide. Originally founded in 1980, it went through various development stages. Today Remedica is specialising in the development, production, and sale of high-quality, safe, and efficacious pharmaceutical products for human use. Our pharmaceutical range consists of a product portfolio of more than 300 generic, branded generic, and over-the-counter (OTC).
Over the last few years, Remedica went through a massive transformational program from a locally recognized reputable company to a global player, respected by its distributors, partners, and clients. The investments into the factories, R&D equipment, new facilities, implementation of best-in-class software, and people development are the baselines for Remedica's success in the future.
We are looking for:
A Senior Formulation Scientist to lead formulation and process development activities from early development through scale-up, validation, and technology transfer. The role requires a high level of technical expertise, independent decision-making, cross-functional leadership, and contribution to strategic R&D objectives, ensuring robust, scalable, and compliant pharmaceutical products.
As a Senior Formulation & Process Development Scientist you will be responsible for:
- Lead the evaluation of product technical feasibility and strategic fit for development projects, providing expert recommendations to R&D management.
- Independently conduct and/or oversee literature, patent, and regulatory research for RLDs, APIs, excipients, and manufacturing processes to support product development strategy.
- Design, develop, and optimize formulations and manufacturing processes using Quality by Design (QbD) principles, including:
- Lead feasibility, prototype, scale-up, and industrial-scale trials, ensuring processes are robust, reproducible, and commercially viable.
- Act as the technical lead for scale-up and technology transfer activities, including preparation and approval of master batch records, process instructions, and production support during trial and validation batches.
- Plan, execute, and review process validation activities
- Lead formulation and process changes (including API changes) for both new and existing R&D-developed products, ensuring regulatory compliance and minimal impact on product performance.
- Collaborate closely with Analytical Development, Stability Studies, Quality Assurance, Production, Regulatory Affairs, and Project Management to ensure aligned and timely project execution.
- Provide scientific input for the preparation, review, and approval of stability protocols, reports, and shelf-life assessments.
- Review and evaluate technical documentation and transferred-in formulations from external partners, ensuring robustness and successful integration into internal processes.
- Perform in-depth analysis of scale-up and manufacturing data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Author, review, and approve high-quality technical documentation for development reports, technology transfer packages, regulatory submissions (CTDs), and responses to regulatory queries.
- Ensure full compliance with SOPs, GDP, cGMP, and internal quality systems throughout all development activities.
- Mentor, train, and technically support junior and mid-level scientists, fostering scientific development and best practices within the team.
- Actively contribute to departmental planning, timelines, and resource allocation, supporting project prioritization and risk mitigation.
- Participate in audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions, providing technical expertise and responses as required.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to formulation design, process efficiency, cost optimization, and innovation.
- Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental requirements, promoting a strong safety culture within the laboratory and production areas.
- Prepare and review CRFs, technical justifications, and internal/external reports as required.
- Evaluate latest technologies like Spray drying, Hot Melt Extrusion, amorphous solid dispersion etc. as per product requirement and present the opportunities to introduce new technologies in Remedica
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Head of Formulation and Process Development in line with
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s in chemical engineering, Chemistry and Pharmacy
- Master’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences preferred
- 8-12 years of experience in a relevant field
- Previous experience with formulation and process oral dosage forms is mandatory
- Oncology product development and experience in HME & Spray drying techniques is preferable
- Experience with leading a team is preferable
- Very good spoken and written English required.
- Proficiency in Windows, Word, Excel.
Why Join Remedica? At Remedica, we offer a competitive compensation package, including 14 salaries, a provident fund, and a range of additional benefits to support your personal and professional growth. Join our team and be part of a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.