Development Chemist

We are looking for a Formulation Development Chemist who will support the development, optimization, scale-up, and technology transfer of stable pharmaceutical formulations and their associated manufacturing processes. The role contributes to making products suitable for commercial production, product launch, and commercialization. Projects may involve both internal and external customers.
This position is based in Cambridge, Ontario, on-site.
Provide technical leadership within the pharmaceutical development team and contribute to cross-functional project teams
Develop complex liquid and/or semi-solid formulations and scalable manufacturing processes
Source APIs and excipients in compliance with regulatory requirements
Design and conduct formulation and packaging development studies
Manufacture pharmaceutical development lab batches, including:
Weighing, mixing, and blending raw materials
Recording observations and proposing process improvements
Performing physical testing (pH, temperature, gas levels, pressure, dimensions)
Plan and execute accelerated and long-term stability studies
Set up, operate, and clean laboratory equipment (mixers, homogenizers, tanks)
Author formulation and process development protocols, reports, and batch records
Support scale-up activities and technology transfer to commercial manufacturing
Provide technical support during manufacturing of stability batches
Participate in customer project meetings and technical discussions
Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory, quality, and safety requirements
Contribute to SOP development for formulation laboratories
in Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, or related field
Master’s degree or PhD is an asset
Minimum 2 years of experience in a pharmaceutical formulation laboratory
Experience with formulation, packaging, and process development of liquid and/or semi-solid dosage forms
Good understanding of regulatory requirements
Experience managing multiple projects in parallel
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Repetitive laboratory work
Regular lifting, pushing, and pulling of laboratory materials and equipment
Sustained visual focus for computer work and document review
No Canadian work experience is required for this position. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure:
No Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are used in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates for this position. All stages of the recruitment process are conducted by human recruiters and hiring managers.
This position is a Job creation, created to support ongoing project needs.
Candidates will receive feedback on their application within a maximum of 45 days from the date of application or from their most recent interview stage.
An international community bringing together more than 110 different nationalities
70% of our leaders started their careers at the entry level
A strong training system with our internal Academy and more than 250 modules available
In this regard, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.
Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.