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Formulator (Contract)

3+ years
Not Disclosed
10 April 30, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Title: Formulator (Contract)
Date Posted: April 23, 2025
Location: Sun Pharma Canada Inc.
Company: Sun Pharma Canada Inc.


Job Purpose:

To develop formulations and manufacturing processes for new pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with GMP/GLP standards and internal procedures, and to contribute to timely project delivery aligned with departmental and corporate goals.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop formulas and processes for new products, including:

    • Literature review

    • Raw material and packaging sourcing

    • Lab-scale batch preparation

    • Experimental design and execution

  • Write Master Formula and Packaging Work Orders for exhibit batches.

  • Facilitate manufacturing and packaging of exhibit batches.

  • Document all research activities, protocols, observations, and formulation development reports.

  • Support technical transfer, process validation, and troubleshooting in commercial production.

  • Proactively plan and track project activities.

  • Maintain laboratory cleanliness and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

  • Complete GMP training and ensure accurate and timely documentation of GMP activities.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibility (Customer-facing roles only):
Report any adverse events from customers to the pharmacovigilance department within 1 business day.


Qualifications:

  • Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in liquid and semi-solid formulation development.

  • Proficient in experiment design, implementation, and evaluation.

  • Understanding of GMP practices.

  • Skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel.

  • Effective in team-based environments.

  • Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.

  • Educational Background:

    • Ph.D. or M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences with ≥1 year experience in formulation development preferred, OR

    • B.Sc. or college diploma with ≥3 years of experience in semi-solid and liquid formulation development.

  • Ability to:

    • Apply scientific principles and formulation theories

    • Assess formulations/processes based on analytical results

    • Collaborate across departments and resolve development challenges


Working Conditions:

  • Generally pleasant work environment

  • Occasional exposure to chemicals, odors, and noise

  • Involves standing, walking, and light lifting/movement of materials/instruments

  • Conflicting demands on time are common


Physical Requirements:

Office-based with lab-related activities


Direct Reports:

None