Supervisor, Advanced Formulation Msat
Pubblicato il 24-09-2026 - Thermo Fisher Scientific in Monza
**Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Office 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.
- 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