Job Description

MSAT Senior Scientist

The MSAT Senior Scientist you will be utilizing your scientific knowledge to deliver successful support inbound and outbound technical transfers of manufacturing of our vital medicines. Using analytical data collated from Contract Manufacturing Organization’s (CMO’s) and internal studies you will help make adaptations and improvements to manufacturing processes in our CMO’s to support product growth and efficiency or support the acquisition or divestment of our product portfolio. Your experience in the processes involved in manufacturing pharmaceuticals products will help us to get the very best out of our contract manufacturing partners and resolving manufacturing, quality and testing issues that can arise ensuring continuous supply to our patients. If you are keen to join a patient centric, high-growth company, then read on and apply today!

What You Will Do

• Support the MSAT Team in the initiation, planning, and execution of site-to-site manufacturing process transfers by assisting with technical documentation, data collection, and coordination of internal communication. Collaborate with senior team members to compile and provide technical data required for CMC sections to support regulatory submissions for new site registrations.
• Participate in cross-functional project meetings as a MSAT department representative, supporting technical aspects alongside Supply Chain, Regulatory, Commercial, and other internal stakeholders
• Assist in preparing and organizing technical documentation for internal and external manufacturing sites, helping to communicate technical requirements effectively
• Support the MSAT team by assisting in the creation of purchase orders (POs) and tracking project budgets to ensure alignment with approved cost estimates (including CAPEX and CoGs).
• Help address technical and quality-related issues by coordinating with internal experts and external partners (e.g., CMOs, CROs) under the guidance of senior colleagues.
• Support the review and organization of technical documents, such as product quality reports, certificates of analysis, stability reports, and batch records, ensuring alignment with product registrations.
• Assist with technical due diligence activities related to potential product acquisitions by collecting background information and supporting documentation as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in shared systems, ensuring compliance with internal procedures for file storage and data handling.
• Raise and track Change Control Requests (CCRs) under supervision and ensure that all SOPs and in-house procedures are followed.

What We Do

Essential Pharma is a global pharmaceutical company working to make a difference for patients in niche populations.

Everything at Essential Pharma is driven by the fact that every patient matters. We are focussed on developing and delivering medicines for patients in small, underserved or rare disease populations. Our team of 70+ people has an entrepreneurial spirit, challenging convention and working creatively to deliver results. Our headquarters are in Surrey, UK, and we have offices in Malta, France, Spain and Switzerland.

We are an international business, with a growing product portfolio that reaches patients in approximately 70 countries. We cover multiple therapy areas with a particular focus on rare disease, CNS, ophthalmology and gastroenterology. Our first development-stage asset is an anti-GD2 antibody for the treatment of high-risk neuroblastoma. We have a proven track record of acquiring, investing in and commercialising treatments.

What You Will Bring

Qualifications

• Life Sciences degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences or Chemistry,
• Project management certification Prince2, PMP or other.

Experience

• Demonstratable experience in site tech transfer including wide exposure to pharmaceutical manufacturing, QC testing and packaging.
• Experience across small molecule formats including steriles, capsules, creams, gels, ointments and solid dose.
• Proven track record of successful project management and execution including successful site Tech Transfers.
• Global exposure to manufacturing, registering and distributing pharmaceuticals.

Core Competencies

• Agile thinker who can adapt to situations of high-speed change.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with a keen eye to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• The candidate must demonstrate a growth mindset and willingness to learn.
• must demonstrate integrity and high ethical standards.
• Results orientated and accountable for actions.
• Problem solver who can work through complex issues and assimilate data from a wide range of scientific areas.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• We understand that productivity requires balance, so we offer office-based contracts and allow flexibility on locations of work when required and appropriate. This can be different for each department so please have that conversation at interview
• £150 towards your home office
• Healthcare
• Pension – you contribute 5% and we offer 5%.
• Life Insurance – lump sum (tax free) death benefit of 4 x basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave
• Enhanced sick pay
• 26 days annual leave
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

What To Expect

• At Essential Pharma, every colleague matters: we want every member of the team to thrive and grow during their time with us
• Right from the interview stage, we encourage candidates to ask us questions, voice opinions and be curious
• This is a dynamic, fast-paced working environment. We expect individuals to be responsible and accountable, while understanding the importance of collaborating with colleagues to fuel success
• We pride ourselves on our inclusive culture, based on the belief that everyone brings unique strengths and perspectives
• We have an unwavering dedication to employee growth and development