Senior Scientist Drug Product / Final Product Development for Small Molecules

Senior Scientist Drug Product / Final Product Development for Small Molecules. (Leiden, NL) Pharming Group n.V.

Product Posted on Jun 27, 2026

About the Role

As a Senior Scientist - Small Molecule Drug Product / Final Product (DP/FP), you will act as the subject matter expert (SME) for DP and FP manufacturing of Pharming's small molecule portfolio. You will lead the development, scale-up, validation, and transfer of drug product processes, as well as the design of primary and secondary packaging for final products.

Working closely with Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs), you will play a critical role in bringing products from clinical development through to commercial launch. As part of the Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls (CMC) team, you will contribute to defining and executing development strategies that ensure successful regulatory approval and commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

Execution & Leadership

• Independently lead the design and execution of advanced studies for development, scale-up, validation, and process transfer of small molecule drug products.
• Drive the design and implementation of primary and secondary packaging solutions.
• Manage external CMOs for development, manufacturing, and validation of clinical and commercial batches.
• Represent DP/FP expertise within cross-functional CMC teams, aligning strategies with overall development goals.
• Plan, prioritize, and deliver work to meet timelines and budgets.
• Author and present scientific reports, technical documentation, and updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure knowledge transfer across teams and mentor junior scientists.
• Support business development activities by assessing manufacturing implications.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality

• Own and manage complex deviations, CAPAs, and change controls, ensuring timely and compliant resolution.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and deliver innovative, science-driven s...