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Pharmaceutical Development Formulation Scientist Jobs

Lead formulation development from experimental design and lab-scale execution throughscale-up and production transfer * Use scientific principles to develop, optimize, and improve enzyme formulations

Knowledge of pharmaceutical research and development * Statistical experimental design techniques ... Advanced degree with a pharmaceutical sciences background, PhD preferred. * 2-4 years of experience ...

This individual will serve as the technical bridge between R&D, manufacturing, and quality ... Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related ...

... Formulation Scientist to lead the development of innovative, high-performance products using ... Lead the research, formulation, development, and optimization of new skincare and personal care ...

Senior Formulations Scientist I (Vandalia, OH) Design and perform formulations and processes for ... Six years of experience in pharmaceutics, solid dosage formulation development, drug delivery ...

Bachelor's or Master's in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline * Minimum 4+ years of hands-on formulation experience in hair care R&D ...

$90K - $110K/yr

Participate in customer formulation development projects (primarily pharmaceutical) and development of new drug delivery technologies as a hands-on laboratory scientist/engineer * Collaborate with ...

Bachelor's or Master's in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline * Minimum 4+ years of hands-on formulation experience in hair care R&D ...

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Formulation Scientist

Wilmington, DE • On-site

International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc.
Chemical Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

Job Summary
Are you ready to turn cutting-edge biotechnology into scalable solutions that make a real impact across industries?
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
Our Health & Biosciences business unit advances innovation in enzymes, proteins, and biotechnology solutions that improve product performance and sustainability across industries. We combine scientific expertise, data-driven insights, and cutting-edge technologies to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful results.
The role is based in Wilmington, DE (on-site). Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and solution-driven team where together we can achieve meaningful impact. Your potential is our inspiration.
Where You'll Make a Difference
  • Develop scalable liquid formulations and delivery systems for enzyme products
  • Lead formulation development from experimental design and lab-scale execution through scale-up and production transfer
  • Use scientific principles to develop, optimize, and improve enzyme formulations
  • Apply Design of Experiments, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to accelerate development and generate insights
  • Communicate findings through reports, dashboards, and technical presentations
  • Partner with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams to deliver business results.
  • Resolve formulation and process challenges from lab scale through production
  • Support documentation, regulatory activities, and knowledge sharing

What Makes You the Right Fit
  • MS with 3+ years or BS with 5+ years in formulation science, biochemistry, or related field
  • Hands-on experience developing lab-scale liquid formulations, with a proven track record of scaling processes to larger volumes; experience with enzymes, proteins, or biologics preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to independently design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments
  • Solid understanding of the scientific principles governing enzyme and enzyme-mixture stability, including failure-mode analysis and inactivation mechanisms.
  • Experience with analytical techniques such as SDS-PAGE, HPLC, NanoDSF, UV/Vis spectroscopy, microscopy, and microbial analysis
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis and experimental design methodologies
  • Familiarity with data tools (Spotfire, Power BI, or similar)
  • Strong communication skills to translate technical insights into business impact
  • Curious mindset with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills

How Would You Stand Out
  • Demonstrate in-depth liquid formulation development knowledge and experience
  • Experience with high-throughput formulation screening, AI-enabled or predictive modeling tool
  • Experience working in cross-functional or global teams

Why Choose Us
  • Work on cutting-edge biotechnology and formulation science innovations
  • Be part of a collaborative and inclusive environment
  • Access continuous learning and career development opportunities
  • Use advanced digital tools and technologies
  • Make a meaningful impact on global products and solutions
  • Competitive compensation and benefits

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

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