Quotient Sciences
Formulation Scientist (12-Month Fixed-Term Role)

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Quotient Sciences: Molecule to Cure. Fast.
Quotient Sciences is a leading drug development and manufacturing accelerator, helping biotech and pharma companies bring new medicines to patients faster. With over 35 years of experience and a track record of success, we provide Drug Product (CDMO) and Clinical (CRO) services across the entire development pathway, including formulation development, clinical pharmacology, clinical trials, and commercial product manufacturing.
Our proprietary and disruptive platform – “Translational Pharmaceutics®” – integrates Drug Product Manufacturing and Clinical Testing to eliminate silos in the drug development process. This in turn reduces costs, improves outcomes, and significantly accelerates drug development times.
Why join us:
- Because every day counts when bringing new medicines to patients.
- Our 1,000+ experts across the US, UK, and beyond are united by science, agility, and a culture that turns ideas into impact—fast.
The Role
We are looking for a Formulation Scientist to join our Formulation team at our Nottingham site on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
In this role, you will:
- Conduct formulation development activities, including pre-formulation studies and formulation characterisation, supporting the progression of projects from development through to GMP clinical manufacturing.
- Be responsible for transferring formulation and radiolabelling methods into GMP manufacturing environments, contributing to manufacturing protocols, validation criteria, and other key project deliverables.
- Prepare experimental protocols and reports while ensuring all work is performed in compliance with GxP regulations and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
Main tasks and responsibilities
- To plan experiments and write protocols, according to an agreed work schedule
- To prepare and characterise formulations
- To perform radiolabelling method development, validation activities
- Working in a safe responsible manner at all times to the principles of GMP
- Storage, use and disposal of Radioactive Isotopes in line with regulatory requirements and PP SOPs, to include liaising with Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) or nominated Deputy on any radiation protection issues that may arise.
- Keeping detailed and accurate records of all work undertaken.
- Accurate analysis and calculation of results, in line with written Protocol and /or SOPs of the company.
- To write internal and external reports as necessary.
- To communicate progress of in vitro and in vivo projects effectively to senior managers or Quotient staff as required
- To carry out routine cleaning and general laboratory maintenance duties, as required
- To be aware of the need for confidentiality outside the company
- To perform other duties as reasonably required
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Additional tasks and responsibilities
- To source and control formulation excipients
- To book-in In-vitro raw materials for formulation development to the MMD database
Qualifications and Experience Required
- Minimum degree-level qualification in a Pharmacy, Chemistry, or related discipline.
- Relevant work experience in formulation development and knowledge of radioisotopes would be desirable, but not essential.
- cGMP experience would be an advantage.
Application Requirements
When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organization you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA. If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organization. As a global employer, we recognize the value in having an organization that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.


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