Principal Formulation Scientist

Company
Mackie Myers
Location
Cambridge
Salary
TBC

Full Job Description

  • Provide scientific leadership across complex biologics programmes.
  • Drive innovation and development of new formulation approaches.
  • Work directly with clients and multidisciplinary scientific teams.

Summary

  • Principal Scientist opportunity within a leading biologics development organisation.
  • Lead complex formulation development programmes while influencing scientific strategy.
  • Ideal for an experienced scientist seeking a highly technical, client-facing leadership role.

Our Client
Mackie Myers are partnering with a leading life sciences organisation supporting biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies in the development of innovative biologic therapies. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Principal Scientist to provide technical leadership across a portfolio of client programmes.

The Role
The Principal Scientist will act as a subject matter expert within formulation development, leading complex scientific programmes and providing technical oversight across multiple projects. The role offers the opportunity to combine advanced scientific expertise with innovation, client interaction and mentorship responsibilities.

Main Duties
The successful candidate will provide scientific leadership across formulation development activities and client programmes.

  • Lead and oversee complex formulation development projects.
  • Design experimental strategies and drive scientific innovation.
  • Provide technical guidance and project oversight across multiple programmes.
  • Present scientific findings to clients and external stakeholders.
  • Mentor and support the development of junior scientists.

The Successful Candidate

  • MSc, PhD or equivalent industry experience in a relevant scientific discipline.
  • Extensive experience within biologics, protein formulation or related therapeutic areas.
  • Strong background leading complex scientific projects and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience reviewing scientific data, reports and technical documentation.
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence working with clients and senior stakeholders.

What's on Offer?

  • Opportunity to work at the forefront of biologics development.
  • Exposure to a diverse range of innovative client programmes.
  • Significant scientific ownership and technical leadership responsibilities.
  • Collaborative and highly experienced scientific team.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Excellent opportunities for career development and progression.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.

Location
Cambridge
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
TBC
Industry
Life Sciences
Closing Date
8th December 2026
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