Senior Scientist, Early Pharmaceutics

We are seeking an experienced Senior Scientist – Formulation & Physical Characterisation to deliver high-quality formulation development activities supporting early-stage drug development programmes. This role requires scientific expertise, problem-solving ability, and the confidence to execute, and interpret complex experimental programmes. The successful candidate will provide contribute to formulation strategy, and support cross-functional project delivery within a collaborative R&D environment.

Key Responsibilities
* Develop formulation and physical characterization activities with minimum support from Research Expert for assigned projects, delivering results to agreed quality, safety, and timeline expectations.
* Design, execute, analyse, and interpret complex experimental programmes to support development objectives.
* Apply advanced scientific knowledge and judgement to solve challenging formulation problems with minimal supervision.
* Develop and adapt experimental strategies based on project needs, emerging data, and technical risk assessment.
* Provide senior scientific input into project decisions and formulation strategy development.
* Critically review experimental data, technical reports, and laboratory documentation to ensure scientific robustness and data integrity.
* Communicate findings effectively through reports, presentations, and project discussions.
* Support project planning through timeline estimation, resource planning, and risk identification.
* Collaborate with research experts, scientists, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery.
* Provide technical guidance, coaching, and knowledge sharing to junior scientists.
* Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards, procedures, and good documentation practices.
* Take ownership of laboratory responsibilities, equipment oversight, and continuous improvement activities. Essential Skills & Experience
* Knowledge of pharmaceutical formulation science and physical characterisation techniques.
* Experience in early-stage drug development environments will be good.
* Proven ability to independently plan, execute, and interpret complex scientific experiments.
* Expertise in formulation development, optimisation, and troubleshooting.
* Strong analytical thinking and scientific judgement in complex or ambiguous situations.
* Ability to translate experimental data into clear technical recommendations.
* Experience managing multiple projects, priorities, and timelines effectively.
* Strong understanding of data integrity, laboratory documentation, and quality standards.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence technical discussions.
* Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Core Competencies
* Scientific and sound technical judgement.
* Excellent project management and organizational skills.
* Outstanding communication, presentation and influencing skills.
* Ability to build effective multidisciplinary collaborations across Discovery and Pharmaceutical Development.
* Mentoring junior scientists.
* Innovative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, customer-driven environment. Qualifications
* PhD (preferred), MSc or equivalent in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacy, Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
* 4-5 years of relevant industrial experience in pharmaceutical development.
* Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary pharmaceutical development projects within a customer-focused environment. Languages
* Excellent written and spoken English is essential.
* Additional languages (Italian, German or French) are considered an advantage. Target hire date: 1 October 2026 FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap. ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr