Drug Product Development Scientist

Job Title: Drug Product Development Scientist (Injectables) – 12-Month ContractCandidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly. Location: SloughAbout the RoleWe are seeking a Drug Product Development Scientist to join a global biopharma partner on a 12-month contract within Pharmaceutical Development Sciences (PDS). You will play a key role in the design, development, and scale-up of sterile injectable drug products — both liquid and lyophilized — from early phase through to late development and BLA approval.Key ResponsibilitiesEstablish robust, phase-appropriate manufacturing processes for injectable drug products.Define and optimize process parameters for clinical manufacturing.Partner with internal teams and external CMOs to deliver project objectives.Design and execute lab studies (e.g., filter selection, fill volume assessment, compatibility studies, blinding strategies).Capture and analyze process data to support process characterization and risk assessments.Contribute to preparation of stability and clinical batches, plus PPQ/validation activities.Draft technical protocols, reports, CMC submission sections, and responses to regulatory authorities.Support investigations into deviations, complaints, and knowledge transfer to commercial scale.Drive continuous improvement in departmental ways of working.Candidate ProfileDegree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.2–3+ years’ experience in liquid drug product development and/or manufacturing within pharma.Knowledge of aseptic manufacturing for sterile products (vials, cartridges, pre-filled syringes) strongly preferred.Experience with sterile DP components, process transfer, scale-up, and optimization advantageous.Strong skills in data analysis, technical writing, and cross-functional collaboration.What’s on Offer12-month contract with the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge biopharma development.Involvement across early-to-late stage DP development and regulatory submission activities.Collaborative and dynamic environment with international ..... full job details .....