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Halton Healthcare

Social Worker

Milton, ON

Coordination, formulation/development, documentation, and implementation of care plan for hospital discharge and safe transition back to community or institutional setting. * Identification of both ...

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Quantum Space

Early mission formulation * Technical interchange meetings (TIMs/TEMs) * SRR, PDR, CDR, and ... Requirements development * Payload-to-bus compatibility * Architecture studies * Mission assurance ...

Gemini Industries Inc.

SD · On-site

Lead financial management activities involving budget formulation, planning, programming, budgeting ... Support PPBE activities, budget execution reviews, funding analysis, spend plan development ...

STRABAG SE

Development, formulation and execution of commercial and strategic targets, ensuring alignment with the SubDivision's objectives and STRABAG Group policies. * Preparation of internal monthly and ...

Strabag

Development, formulation and execution of commercial and strategic targets, ensuring alignment with the SubDivision's objectives and STRABAG Group policies. * Preparation of internal monthly and ...

Apotex

Scientific Leader

Richmond Hill, ON

Serve as the primary technical interface during technology transfer from R&D to pilotscale and commercial manufacturing sites. * Troubleshoot complex manufacturing challenges related to formulation ...

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How much do formulation development jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for formulation development in Ontario is $38.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $45.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in a Formulation Development role, and how are they typically addressed?

Professionals in Formulation Development often encounter challenges such as ensuring product stability, achieving desired drug release profiles, and scaling up formulations from the laboratory to manufacturing. These challenges are typically addressed by conducting thorough pre-formulation studies, collaborating closely with analytical and process engineers, and performing iterative testing to optimize formulations. Teamwork and effective communication with quality assurance and regulatory teams are also crucial to ensure products meet both efficacy and compliance standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Formulation Development, and why are they important?

To excel in Formulation Development, a solid background in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related fields, often with a relevant degree, is essential. Experience with analytical instruments, formulation software, and knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or regulatory guidelines are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective cross-functional communication set top performers apart. These skills ensure the creation of safe, effective, and compliant products that meet both scientific and regulatory standards.

What is the difference between Formulation Development vs Formulation Scientist?

AspectFormulation DevelopmentFormulation Scientist
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or related fieldsBachelor's or Master's in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, pharmaceutical companies, R&D departmentsResearch labs, pharmaceutical companies, R&D departments
Industry UsageDesigning and optimizing drug formulations for productionDeveloping and testing drug formulations, conducting experiments

Formulation Development focuses on designing and optimizing drug formulations for manufacturing, while Formulation Scientists conduct experiments and testing to develop these formulations. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work environments, but their specific responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What is formulation development?

Formulation development is the process of designing and optimizing the composition of a pharmaceutical product, such as a tablet, capsule, or injectable, to ensure its safety, efficacy, and stability. This involves selecting appropriate active ingredients, excipients, and delivery methods to achieve the desired therapeutic effect. Professionals in formulation development work to address challenges like solubility, bioavailability, and manufacturability, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Their work is essential for turning a drug candidate into a viable, market-ready product.
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QC Stability Coordinator Assistant

Bora Pharmaceuticals

Mississauga, ON • On-site

CA$46K - CA$58K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

About Bora

Bora Pharmaceuticals is a premier international contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in formulation development, clinical and commercial manufacturing, and packaging of complex oral solid dose, liquid, semi-solid, biologics, and sterile injectable pharmaceutical products.From our world-class sites in North America and Asia, we deliver drug products with unparalleled quality to more than 100 markets around the world. Bora's teams, technologies, and facilities work seamlessly together to enable our clients to deliver much-needed therapeutics to patients worldwide. At Bora Pharmaceuticals, we see it as our mission, our duty, our responsibility, to make our success and our customer's success more certain.

Position Status

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC) and a backfill position. The role is an active, approved vacancy within the organization and is intended to support current staffing needs.

General Description

Participate in organization and maintenance of the stability program. Work to achieve compliance with global regulatory and customer requirements for stability. Ensure samples are set down and pulled from stability chambers within required testing windows and provide written stability reports to customers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Help to create and maintain stability protocols.

  • Maintain the stability chamber stability sample inventory and routinely monitor chamber performance.

  • Ensure remaining samples from completed stability studies are appropriately disposed as per local procedures.

  • Assist in stability data review and trending of results upon completion of timepoint testing.

  • Participate in preparation of stability reports according to agreed schedule/due dates for US FDA annual reports, Canadian submission and ROW countries.

  • Perform stability pulls according to the stability pull-schedule.

  • Check production schedules for batches to be set down.

  • Ensure that laboratories aware of incoming stability batches for testing and monitor the execution status.

  • Labware pull check 3 times every week .

  • Preparation of sample for stability study.

  • Stability report data check.

Experience & Skills

  • 1-3 years of pharmaceutical experience with the knowledge of cGMP, ICH and FDA stability guidelines.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Hands-on lab testing experience is an asset.

  • Extensive computer experience including LIMs software, SAP, Statistical programs, MS Word and Excel.

  • Experience in the evaluation of analytical data, including statistical interpretation of stability data.

  • Good overall knowledge of pharmaceutical business operations.

Education

Required:

  • College diploma/certificate in Chemistry.

  • Computer proficiency for MS Word & MS Excel.

  • GMP and GLP experience / knowledge.

Preferred:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry.

Working Conditions

  • Working within chemistry and microbiology laboratories as well as production.

  • Combination of desk work and working within the stability chambers.

  • Overtime work could be required as per business needs.

  • 37.5 hour work week.

  • Light lifting.

Additional Information

In accordance with Ontario's pay transparency requirements, candidates will be notified when they are no longer under consideration or once the vacancy is closed. Updates regarding application status may be communicated via email or through the online applicant profile, where applicable.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.

Compensation Range

$46,430 - $58,040

Benefits Include:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' wellbeing, including:

-Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

-Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance

-Retirement savings plans with employer contributions

-Paid time off and flexible work arrangements

-Professional development opportunities

-Employee wellness programs and resources

-Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources

At Bora, our values guide everything we do - from how we solve challenges to how we support our people. We lead with a solutions-first mindset, strive to do the right thing, stay proactive, and above all, respect everyone.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to contribute and grow. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.


If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, or if you'd like to learn more about our accessibility policies, please contact us at accessibility@bora-corp.com.

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