Technologist 1 in Swindon

Technologist 1 – Location: Swindon.

Position summary: Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week. Onsite role.

The Product Development Scientist 1 plays a key role in supporting the development of safe, compliant, and efficient commercial products, working under the guidance of a Senior team member. This position focuses on developing products up to commercial scale in line with regulatory standards, project timelines, and both internal and external customer expectations. Success in this role relies on building strong cross‑functional relationships with teams across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, EH&S and other key stakeholders. The Technologist 1 will contribute to resolving technical challenges, applying Quality by Design principles, and helping the team meet critical business objectives. Effective communication at all organisational levels is essential, including interactions with colleagues, customers, regulatory bodies, professional organisations, and academic partners.

Role

• Support process development for safe, compliant and efficient commercial manufacturing.
• Assist with process design, studies, validation, and right‑first‑time product introduction.
• Help troubleshoot issues, drive continuous improvement, and run experimental work to build process understanding.
• Ensure equipment and processes meet safety, capability, and regulatory standards, with accurate documentation.
• Stay aware of industry trends, competitor technologies, and innovations relevant to Zydis processes.
• Prioritise workload to meet project timelines and business goals, adapting to operational needs.
• Maintain cGMP compliance and promote a right‑first‑time culture.
• Support Health & Safety requirements, including COSHH, risk assessments, and safe working practices.
• Contribute to training for operational teams and maintain personal competency.
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams, producing high‑quality technical reports and presentations.

Candidate

Degree in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, engineering, or a related science or equivalent technical knowledge. Relevant industry experience is advantageous. Fast learner with strong ability to absorb new information. Collaborative and team‑oriented. Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to apply experience to technical challenges. Driven, creative, and resilient in overcoming obstacles to meet project goals and timelines.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary – Reflecting your skills and experience.
• Bonus & Benefits – Annual performance bonus, pension scheme, life assurance, generous holiday entitlement (with option to purchase more), plus discounts via Reward Gateway.
• Career Development – Access to training, mentoring, and cross‑functional opportunities across Catalent’s global network. Includes LinkedIn Learning subscription with 10,000+ courses.
• Health & Wellbeing – Employee assistance programme, on‑site canteen, Cycle to Work Scheme, Electric Vehicle scheme, and a strong “Patient First” safety culture.
• Excellent Location – Just two minutes from J16 of the M4 with free on‑site parking.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.