Formulation Development Scientist - Drug Product Development

Formulation Development Scientist - Drug Product Development (R&D)

Overview of role

Alvotech is seeking a motivated Drug Product Formulation Development Scientist to join the Drug Product Development team in Reykjavik. In this role, you will work on the development of liquid/lyophilized formulations of life-changing biologics (biosimilars) and finished dosage forms, focusing on protein chemistry and its interaction with other molecules (excipients) and drug product manufacturing.

Scope and responsibility:

• Your main objective in this position will be to design, perform and report studies/experiments in the development of liquid/lyophilized biologics formulations.
• You will be a subject-matter-expert focusing on the identification of stabilizing excipients and formulation conditions by biophysical characterization methods and stability assessments from early-stage throughout late-stage development to develop formulations for clinical and commercial drug product manufacturing.
• You will work closely with other drug product development teams to ensure compatibility of the formulations with the container closure system and manufacturing processes, as well as other colleagues to ensure seamless transfer of the formulations from development to manufacturing.

Job requirements:

• You hold a BSc/MSc degree in biochemistry, chemistry, biotechnology, pharmaceutical science or other relevant discipline.
• You have hands-on experience in working with proteins in a biochemical laboratory. Relevant experience in biopharmaceutical drug product development is desirable, but not a requirement.
• We are looking for flexible, open-minded and motivated scientists that are excited about biopharmaceutical development, can challenge their work by innovative and creative solutions, and share our values of team spirit and team efforts.

What we offer:

• An inspiring challenge to work with great co-workers on ambitious projects that change people's lives.
• The chance to be a part of a global and fast-growing company.
• An international work culture that encourages diversity, collaboration and inclusion.
• Positive, flexible, and innovative work environment.
• Support for personal growth and internal career development.
• Company social events and milestone celebrations.
• Excellent in-house canteen and coffee house.
• Exercise and wellbeing support for full-time employees.
• On-site shower facility.
• Transportation grant towards eco-friendly modes of travel for full-time employees.
• Internet at home for full-time employees.

Why Alvotech

At Alvotech, we are passionate about improving lives by increasing access to affordable biologics. We’re purpose-driven and committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment that encourages curiosity, ingenuity and simplicity. We want our employees to feel inspired in their careers, challenged by interesting and meaningful work and empowered to succeed in an agile environment.

True to our Icelandic roots, we also believe that integrity, gender equality, and fairness are foundational. We strive to bring together the brightest minds regardless of backgrounds and beliefs, to deliver to our partners and patients around the world. Let’s create a healthier world together, through affordable biologic medicines.