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Design and execute early‑stage development activities for spray drying processes using laboratory‑scale equipment (e.g., Buchi Mini Spray Dryer), focusing on formulation screening, solvent selection, polymer compatibility, and prototype generation. The specialist will ensure robust characterization of prototypes and provide scientific rationale for formulation decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and perform solvent screening studies to identify optimal solvent systems for spray drying.
- Select appropriate polymers based on target product profile and physicochemical properties.
- Operate Buchi spray drying equipment to produce lab‑scale prototypes.
- Adjust process parameters to optimize particle characteristics.
- Conduct physical and chemical characterization of spray‑dried powder (particle size, morphology, etc.).
- Apply scientific judgment to select the most promising formulations for scale‑up.
- Design and perform supporting studies at lab scale: solution stability, wet SDD stability, reprocessing, formulation challenges, secondary drying optimization.
Qualifications & Skills
- Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred).
- Hands‑on experience with spray drying equipment, ideally Buchi.
- Strong understanding of formulation science, especially solid dispersions and amorphous systems.
- Familiarity with analytical techniques (DSC, TGA, XRPD, SEM).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills.
- Inherent motivation for learning and innovation (proactive in proposing improvements and being self‑taught).
Preferred Experience
- Experience in early‑phase pharmaceutical development.
- Experience with scale‑up or tech transfer.
- Experience with modeling (scale‑up tools).
We Offer
- Adaptable schedule and hybrid work model.
- Joining a growing pharmaceutical company with innovative projects and opportunities for professional development.
- Additional benefits.
Job Details
- Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
- Employment type: Full‑time
- Job function: Production and Science
- Industries: Chemical Manufacturing
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