Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description:

The MSAT Advanced Formulation Supervisor is responsible for leading and supporting advanced formulation activities within the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) organization.
The role focuses on formulation development/technology transfer, optimization, scale-up, execution and lifecycle management of pharmaceutical drug product processes, ensuring robust, compliant, and scalable solutions from development through commercial manufacturing.

This position provides technical leadership, supervises a team of MSAT scientists/specialists, and acts as a key interface between clients and internal cross-functional stakeholders (e.g. Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality etc.).

• Key Responsibilities Technical & Scientific Responsibilities

• Lead advanced formulation activities including development / technology transfer, optimization, and troubleshooting of drug product formulations.

• Support technology transfer, scale-up, and process validation activities from development to commercial manufacturing.

• Provide subject matter expertise in formulation science to support manufacturing deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Apply scientific principles (e.g., QbD, DoE, risk assessments) to ensure robust and scalable formulations.

• Support lifecycle management activities, including process optimization and introduction of new technologies.

• MSAT & Manufacturing Support

• Act as MSAT technical lead for formulation-related topics during manufacturing campaigns, overseeing critical process steps and supporting real-time decision making.

• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing and Quality to ensure processes are capable, reproducible, and compliant with GMP requirements.

• Serve as a technical escalation point between Manufacturing, MSAT, and Quality during production activities.

• Participate in investigations related to formulation or process performance issues.

• Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of MSAT formulation scientists and/or engineers.

• Allocate resources and prioritize activities to meet project and manufacturing timelines.

• Promote a strong safety, quality, and compliance culture within the team.

• Support knowledge sharing and standardization across MSAT and the broader organization.

• Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline.

• Significant experience in pharmaceutical formulation development and/or MSAT within a GMP environment.

• 7-10 year of experience in Pharmaceutical sector and at least 2 years of people management.

• Strong knowledge of drug product manufacturing processes and regulatory expectations.

• Proven experience in technical problem solving and data-driven decision making.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced formulation technologies (e.g., sterile products, lyophilization or complex formulations).

• Experience supporting tech transfer and commercial manufacturing.

• Key Competencies

• Technical leadership in formulation and MSAT activities

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and fast-paced environments

• Decision-making capability in a regulated GMP setting

• Coaching and people development mindset