Our client, is seeking a Senior Formulation Specialist to join their team in Athenry, Galway on a permanent contract.
Responsibilities:
Lead product formulation from concept to full-scale production
Own and manage detailed product specifications and quality standards
Define shelf-life and stability testing requirements
Ensure all technical and regulatory documentation is aligned and accurate
Approve final product formulations before production launch
Work with regulatory teams to ensure global compliance (US, EMEA, APAC)
Support product registration and technical documentation globally
Lead and manage external manufacturers and consultants
Oversee pilot production, scale-up, and early manufacturing batches
Drive innovation by evaluating new ingredients and supporting future product development
Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor?s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science, Cosmetic Science, or related discipline
8+ years? experience in formulation development (nutrition, supplements, or cosmetics)
Experience working with CDMOs and pilot-to-commercial scale-up
Strong understanding of ingredient functionality and stability principles
Ability to operate within regulated environments
Familiar with ISO9001, ISO22716 & GMP CFR 111
Experience across both ingestible and topical formulations (desirable)
For a confidential discussion about the role and the organisation, please contact Emma Barry today.
emma.barry@collinsmcnicholas.ie
091 70671
