Scientist - Drug Product Formulation Development

As a Scientist, Drug Product Formulation Development, you will design, execute and interpret formulation development, drug product and stability studies across CSL's recombinant product portfolio. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, you will generate critical scientific and CMC insights that support pre-clinical and clinical development, regulatory submissions, technology transfer and commercial manufacturing. Applying Quality by Design (QbD) and science-based approaches, you will deliver robust, compliant solutions while driving continuous improvement through innovative technologies, new methodologies and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Conduct experimental studies and activities involving the formulation, aseptic processing, dispensing/sampling, testing, storage, use and stability trial management of development and scaled-up products and processes for pre-clinical and early clinical trialsAccurate and reliable data acquisition, analyses and record keeping to support new product and process developmentDocument and report experimental studies and activities for all work in accordance with quality and regulatory guidelines and policiesEnsure safety standards are maintained to local and federal laws, as well as CSL policies and directivesDeliver expert scientific skills at the bench and workstationDevelop and maintain facilities, laboratories and equipment to required quality standardsWork and collaborate closely with scientists and colleagues across different CSL teams and global sitesIdentify and manage the procurement, storage and maintenance of pharmaceutically active materials, chemicals and equipmentLeading role in change controls, process investigations, risk assessments and validation activitiesIdentify opportunities for improvement and bring these to the team for assessment and/or implementationExplains complex or technical information clearly and accurately to othersRegularly participate in technical, operational and organisational discussions and presentations at team meetingsBe flexible and adaptable to changes in project and workplace priorities Qualifications, Skills & Experience Bachelor or postgraduate qualification in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related scientific disciplineMinimum 3 years experience with training in relevant technical disciplineDemonstrated experience with physicochemical assays and/or formulation and drug product development activities in a pharmaceutical environmentAbility to design and complete scientific experiments and studiesProficient data acquisition, collation, analysis and reporting skillsAbility to contribute and work in a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary global team environment, and independently when requiredDemonstrated verbal and written communication skills to peers and senior leadershipWell established multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills Closing Date for Applications: 8th October 2026