Senior Scientist - Semisolid Formulation Development for Biologics (m/w/d)

The Position

Are you motivated to shape the next generation of biopharmaceutical therapies and drive the development of innovative, long‑acting ophthalmic drug products? As Senior Scientist – Semisolid Formulation Development for Biologics, you will take a leading role in the pharmaceutical development of semisolid and long‑acting intravitreal dosage forms for biological molecules. You will contribute your scientific expertise from preclinical development through market approval and represent pharmaceutical development within cross‑functional CMC project teams. In this role, you combine scientific excellence with innovation, actively shape development strategies, and serve as a subject matter expert in a highly collaborative and international environment.

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Tasks & Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate pharmaceutical and technology development activities for innovative semisolid and long‑acting intravitreal dosage forms for biologics, ensuring alignment with project timelines, scientific quality, cost objectives, and regulatory expectations.
• Develop long‑acting semisolid and injectable formulations for biological molecules, with a strong focus on ophthalmic applications.
• Represent pharmaceutical development within interdisciplinary CMC project teams and support the successful delivery of development work packages.
• Contribute to the establishment, improvement, and scale‑up of robust and aseptic manufacturing processes for semisolid formulations.
• Support the conceptualization and implementation of innovative technologies, methods, and development strategies for long‑acting biologics.
• Drive the continuous improvement of development platforms, methodologies, and processes within drug product development.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners, including cross‑functional experts and outsourcing partners.
• Mentor students, interns, and new team members and actively contribute to a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related scientific discipline, preferably with a focus on semisolid or polymer‑based drug delivery systems (e.g., hydrogels).
• Several years of experience in long‑acting drug product development in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment and strong understanding of parenteral biopharmaceutical drug product development.
• Strong practical know‑how in relevant analytical methods for proteins, polymers, and semisolid gel systems.
• Good understanding of regulatory expectations for CMC development; experience in ophthalmic drug development is an advantage.
• Experience working and leading within a matrix organization and in multinational, cross‑functional project teams.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects in parallel and adapt to changing priorities.
• Team‑oriented, proactive, and solution‑driven mindset, with the ability to mentor and develop junior colleagues.
• Excellent written and spoken English; German language skills are an advantage.

Applications from persons with severe disabilities are warmly welcomed. In cases of equal qualifications, such applicants will be given preferential consideration in the selection process.