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About this Lead Scientist Pharmaceutical Development role at GE HealthCare

GE HealthCare · Onsite · Oslo

Job Description Summary

As a Scientist in Pharmaceutical Development, you will develop innovative formulations and drug products that support GE HealthCare’s diagnostic imaging portfolio across neurology, oncology, and cardiology. You will design and execute laboratory-based experiments, optimize development processes, and support the transfer of new products from research through commercial manufacturing. Working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners, you will solve complex scientific challenges and help advance product development programs.

Job Description

GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world. 

GE HealthCare Pharmaceutical Diagnostics (PDx) is the number one global supplier of contrast media and molecular imaging agents used to enhance medical imaging exams. Used throughout all major disease area diagnostic and treatment pathways, PDx products support three patients every second around the world.
 

Essential Responsibilities

  • Lead or support the development of new diagnostic imaging products from early development through clinical studies and commercial manufacturing, including formulation development, process development, scale-up, and technology transfer.
  • Design and optimize pharmaceutical formulations and manufacturing processes, defining critical quality attributes and quality target product profiles.
  • Plan, execute, and oversee laboratory-based experimental studies to deliver project milestones on time and within scope.
  • Lead or support the manufacture and supply of drug products for pre-clinical and clinical studies.
  • Provide scientific and technical expertise in drug product development across R&D and lifecycle management projects.
  • Collaborate with external partners and manage outsourced development activities when required.
  • Mentor and support colleagues, fostering scientific excellence and knowledge sharing.
  • Prepare and review scientific reports and contribute to regulatory submissions, including IND, IMPD, NDA, and MAA documentation.

Basic Requirements

  • MSc or PhD in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Experience in pharmaceutical drug product formulation development, preferably within a pharmaceutical industry environment.
  • Experience with sterile drug products, aseptic processing, lyophilization, and/or radiopharmaceutical products preferred
  • Understanding of GMP requirements and regulatory expectations throughout the drug product development lifecycle.
  • Experience working with contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) preferred
  • Experience with experimental design, data analysis, and scientific interpretation of results.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Excellent collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills in cross-functional and multicultural teams.
  • Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

Behaviors

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Total Rewards

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

 

Inclusion & Diversity

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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