Senior R&D Scientist - Inhalation Development

About the role

Eva Pharma is hiring a Senior Scientist for its inhalation development team in Giza. The role covers hands-on formulation development, analytical characterisation, scale-up and process validation of generic dry powder inhaler (DPI) products, including capsule-based, blister-based, reservoir-based, dual capsule/blister inhalers and generic nebulizers. It calls for deep expertise in powder engineering and inhalation science, with the ability to drive development activities independently.

Key responsibilities

• DPI formulation development: design and optimise DPI, MDI and nebulizer formulations, develop device-formulation compatibility, apply particle engineering (micronization, spray drying, powder blending) and run feasibility, prototype and optimisation studies
• Analytical characterisation: perform aerodynamic characterisation with NGI and DUSA, use laser diffraction and other particle sizing tools, support development and qualification of analytical methods
• Scale-up and process validation: lead scale-up from lab to pilot and commercial scale, define critical process parameters using QbD, DoE and FMEA, execute validation protocols and reports, and mitigate technical risks
• Tech transfer: prepare technology transfer packages and support on-site transfer and resolution of technical deviations
• Bioequivalence support: contribute to BE protocol design, prepare formulation and device rationale sections and support interpretation of BE data
• Scientific guidance: provide day-to-day technical guidance to 1-3 junior researchers, review data and validate conclusions

Required profile

• PhD or Master's degree in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related field
• 8-10 years of hands-on experience in DPI development within the pharmaceutical industry
• Proven formulation experience across capsule-based, blister-based, reservoir-based and dual DPI formats
• Experience preparing technology transfer documentation and contributing to BE protocol design

Required skills

• Hands-on expertise with NGI, DUSA and laser diffraction for aerodynamic characterisation
• Particle engineering: micronization, spray drying and powder blending
• Scale-up and process validation for inhalation products
• Familiarity with QbD, DoE and FMEA-based risk management