Experienced Scientist, Oral Solids Development (12-month role)

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Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments finding cures and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at are seeking pioneering individuals who are passionate about advancing the field of medicine. This 12month Experienced Scientist position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of groundbreaking oral therapeutics. If you are inspired by the prospect of driving innovation and making a meaningful impact on future patient care we invite you to join us in shaping the future of healthcare.

About the Department

The Global Pharmaceutical Product Development and Supply (PPDS) organization part of the Discovery Product Development and Supply (DPDS) division of JJIM is committed to advancing robust and innovative drug product solutions. Within PPDS the Oral Solids Development (OSD) department is dedicated to developing highquality oral solid dosage forms and driving innovation across a broad range of smallmolecule and emerging therapeutic modalities.

We are currently seeking an Experienced Scientist in Oral Solids Development for 12month assignment at our Beerse site in Antwerp this key role you will design and develop oral solid formulations and processes evaluate and implement new technologies and processing approaches and support collaborations that strengthen our development capabilities. You will play an essential part in shaping nextgeneration oral solid drug products that meet patient needs and align with JJIMs strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Scientific & Technical Expertise
  Build and maintain strong technical and scientific knowledge across oral solid dosage technologies including blending dry granulation wet granulation spray drying compression film coating and encapsulation. Apply this expertise to ensure robust product and process development.

• Innovation & Problem-Solving
  Contribute to innovation by identifying opportunities and exploring novel oral solid drug delivery technologies to enhance formulation robustness and improve bioavailability manufacturability and stability.

• Formulation & Process Strategy
  Support the development of formulation and process approaches that translate APIs into stable scalable and patientcentric oral solid dosage forms aligned with JJIMs commercial manufacturing capabilities.

• CrossFunctional Collaboration
  Work closely with global development analytical manufacturing and regulatory teams to ensure alignment of formulation and process strategies across all development phases.

Join our team and help drive the development of breakthrough therapeutics that can meaningfully improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Your Impact

As an Experienced Scientist within the Oral Solids Development team you will contribute to advancing drug product development across a diverse portfolio. Your responsibilities will include:

• HandsOn Formulation Development
  Design execute and evaluate laboratoryscale formulation and process development activities for oral solid dosage forms using a variety of unit operations:

  • Blending and milling

  • Dry granulation (roller compaction)

  • Wet granulation (fluid-bed or highshear)

  • Spray drying (amorphous solid dispersions biopharmaceuticals)

  • Compression

  • Film coating (aqueous or organic)

  • Encapsulation

• CrossFunctional Engagement
  Partner closely with PPDS team (for example Pharmaceutical & Material Sciences PSES) Discovery Pharmaceutics Preclinical & Clinical teams Biopharmaceutical Sciences Analytical Development API Development Clinical Supply Chain and Regulatory Affairs to ensure seamless endtoend development. Closely interact with JJIM Supply Chain teams to transfer products to internal or external commercial sites as per strategy.

• Technology & Platform Development
  Contribute to optimize existing formulation and processing platforms. Participate in evaluating and screening external technologies with potential to strengthen OSD capabilities and product performance.

• Experimental Execution & Collaboration
  Work with product development team and contribute to plan execute and interpret development studies at lab and pilot scale. Provide scientifically sound recommendations based on experimental outcomes. Perform data analysis and suggest next experimental plan.

• Documentation & Knowledge Capture
  Document experimental procedures results and scientific rationale in technical reports protocols batch records and regulatory submission sections. Contribute to scientific publications patents and internal decisionmaking.

• Quality Safety & Compliance
  Ensure all activities comply with applicable regulatory expectations GMP principles and safety requirements. Maintain high standards of data integrity and laboratory practice.

Join us in this engaging role to help shape the next generation of pharmaceutical innovations and deliver highquality oral solid dosage products to patients worldwide.

What We Seek:

We are looking for dynamic individuals with a robust background in drug product formulation and process development. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Educational Background:A Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences Industrial Pharmacy Biochemical Engineering Chemical Engineering Biological or Physical Sciences or a related field with preferably 1 year of relevant industry experience. Alternatively a Bachelors Degree in relevant fields with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience or a Masters Degree in relevant fields with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

• Formulation Expertise:Demonstrated proficiency in formulation design and process development for oral solid dosage forms. Possess sound knowledge of pharmaceutical unit operations material characteristics hands-on experience with unit operations that are standard within Oral solids department.

• Pre-Formulation and Characterization Knowledge:Familiarity with pre-formulation activities and physico-chemical characterization of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and final drug products.

• Technological Implementation:Expertise in implementing advanced technologies related to drug formulation and development with the ability to determine critical quality attributes process parameters and material attributes.

• Willingness to Travel:A readiness to engage in international travel approximately 5-15% of the time.

If you are passionate about advancing the field of oral solids development and possess the qualifications outlined we encourage you to join our team and make a meaningful impact in pharmaceutical innovation!

Why JJIM:

• Dynamic International Environment:Embark on an exciting journey in a dynamic and international setting that promotes continuous learning and growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive Drug Discovery and Development:Work at a site that encompasses all facets of the drug discovery and development process conveniently located near the vibrant city of Antwerp.
• Attractive Compensation and Benefits:Enjoy a competitive salary package along with on-site sports facilities health and energy programs and additional benefits for you and your family.
• Inclusive Team Culture:Become part of an inclusive team environment where diversity and different perspectives are respected and valued and where a healthy work-life balance is prioritized.

Join us to make a meaningful impact in the field of pharmaceutical innovation while advancing your career in a supportive and engaging workplace!

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