Product Developer – Formulation and Process Development (Maternity cover)

Job Details: Product Developer – Formulation and Process Development (Maternity cover)
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Job Title of Vacancy
Product Developer – Formulation and Process Development (Maternity cover)

Vacancy No
VN1956

Category
Science, Research and Laboratories

Contract Type
Fixed Term Contract

Contract Duration
Full Time / Part Time
Full Time

Location
Vejle, Denmark

Job Advert
Are you passionate about innovation and product development? Do you have expertise in chemistry, powder, and tablet technology? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We’re looking for a talented Product Developer to join our team in the oral care space on a temporary maternity leave position, available ASAP.

Our Business
At Fertin Pharma, our sole mission is to support healthier living. We are the world’s leading business-to-business supplier of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), helping people quit smoking every day. We are proud of our innovative oral and intra-oral delivery technologies. These provide extensive health space, in areas such as oral care, vitamins, immunity, energy and gastrointestinal remedies.
About the job:
As a product developer, you will play a significant role in implementing new oral care products and processes from development to commercial production. Your innovative approach and technical expertise will be critical to our success in the market.

Key Accountabilities:
• Develop appealing and effective product formulations within our different product platforms (chewing gum, chewable tablets, and lozenges) to meet market demands.
• Conduct experiments in laboratory and full scale to optimize formulation and process performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of formulations into final products across different product platforms.
• Work closely with suppliers to source appropriate ingredients and excipients for each product platform.
• Document all development processes and findings thoroughly.

Experience & competencies:
• Minimum of a master’s degree in food sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience in product development and process implementation from food or pharmaceutical/nutraceutical industry will be an advantage.
• Understanding of powder and tableting technology and the ability to apply this knowledge in different product platforms will be an advantage.
• Creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box and create unique products with regards to taste and mouthfeel.
• Passion for developing products with exceptional taste experiences to consumers and driving product success in the market.
• Initiative and self-starting personality with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Meticulous and organized approach to manage multiple development projects and deadlines efficiently.
• Effective communication skills in English and Danish, both written and verbal, to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.

What we offer
• To play a key role in supporting healthier living for people all over the world
• To work with top tier pharma and nutraceutical companies in developing their business
• To be part of a dynamic team and ambitious company, with resolute employees who are focused on supporting their customers in a professional way.

Apply and contact:

If you have a passion for product development, taste masking, and expertise in powder and tableting technology, and you want to be part of a team that develops exceptional products, we encourage you to apply.
Please upload a CV and include a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this role. We interview candidates continuously. Therefore, the deadline for sending your application is asap. We look forward to receiving your application. For questions, please contact Anette Thybo, Senior Manager, Innovation and Product Development email: [email protected], phone (20486416). Please note that due to GDPR, we are only accepting applications through our application system.

Applications Close Date
31 Jan 2025