Senior Scientist, Early Pharmaceutics
Pubblicato il 02-09-2026 - Evotec in Verona
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 characteri