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This is a great opportunity for a Principal Scientist eager to contribute to the development of innovative products for patients living with dermatologic diseases. You will play a crucial role in the development of new topical formulations and drug products for clinical development.\nYour responsibilities will include:\nResponsibility for planning, coordinating, and executing formulation activities and deliverables, both internally and with external CMOs/CROs by following up on data and communicating with project teams and lines of business.\nTaking accountability for the operational aspects of formulation development and serving as an important link between projects and the lines of business.\nParticipating in topical development project teams as the responsible formulation scientist, giving input to overall project CMC strategies as well as developing and executing formulation development plans.\nProviding oversight of activities at Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations (CDMOs) to ensure execution and timely delivery of project milestones.\nPreparing relevant sections of regulatory documentation for submission to regulatory authorities.\nAs a Principal Formulation Scientist, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and departments within the organisation to contribute to the successful development of drug products. Your expertise and contributions will be essential in shaping the future of pharmaceutical development at LEO Pharma.\n\nYour Qualifications:\n We are looking for someone with a positive, collaborative mindset - someone who is curious and open-minded, eager to explore new perspectives and apply new learnings.\nExtensive senior experience in pharmaceutical science and pre-formulation, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.\nExcellent planning and communication skills, with experience working on CMC focus teams and collaborating with the Project Management Lead (CMC Lead) and the CMC focus team.\nPhD in pharmaceutical science, pre-formulation, or a related field.\nExpert knowledge of pre-formulation, formulation development and packaging during development, preferably within topical drug product development.\nHands-on formulation laboratory experience in pharmaceutical development.\nExperience working with external development laboratories and manufacturing partners, including outsourcing processes.\n\nYour team\n You will join our dynamic team in Ballerup, a group of dedicated scientists and technicians with a shared passion for designing and developing topical formulations within Pharmaceutical Development. We work closely together and across LEO Pharma to ensure the successful development of new drug products that make a real difference for patients.\nBy joining us, you will be part of a collaborative, innovative environment where close collaboration is part of our daily way of working. We encourage fresh perspectives and welcome ideas that drive progress. Our supportive culture gives you opportunities to engage in meaningful discussions, share knowledge, and learn from each other’s expertise.\nTogether, we strive to reach our goals and advance treatments far beyond the skin.\n\nApplication\n For additional information, please contact Sr. Manager Formulation Development, Rie Kjaer Christensen \nYou do not need to upload a cover letter, but feel free to add a few sentences in your resume or CV on why this position has your interest.\nBeyond the skin\nJoin LEO Pharma, a global leader in medical dermatology, as we go beyond the skin to make a lasting impact. Our innovative approach sets us apart. We are dedicated to leaving a legacy that positively impacts patients, colleagues, and our planet.\nAt LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of individuals to drive change. Our flat organizational structure empowers you to make a visible impact and offers versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes enable us to make the best decisions. Join our passionate team at LEO Pharma and be yourself as we work together to make a difference.\nFor certain positions, LEO Pharma might complete a background check conducted by a third party.\nReport a concern: Whistleblower hotline | LEO Pharma","description_format":"text","description_chars":5013,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"phd","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"Denmark","iso":"DK","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["CRO & CDMO Services","Health Care","Dermatology","Immunology & Inflammation Therapeutics"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-11T07:22:34Z"},{"event":"close","at":"2026-10-11T23:42:30Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":null,"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/leo-pharma-principal-scientist-formulation-development","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/leo-pharma-principal-scientist-formulation-development.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-12T13:52:22Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":21810,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-13T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":722548},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=722548"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fleo-pharma-principal-scientist-formulation-development"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fleo-pharma-principal-scientist-formulation-development"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fleo-pharma-principal-scientist-formulation-development"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/leo-pharma-principal-scientist-formulation-development\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fleo-pharma-principal-scientist-formulation-development"}]}