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Senior Research Associate - CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls)

Perform research and/or development in collaboration with others on new formulations and reformulates existing products in accordance with agreed upon departmental projects taking into account scientific and timing objectives.

Key Job Responsibilities:

  • Apply sound scientific practices to assist commercial formulation development efforts for a high visibility product
  • Involved in the development of preclinical and clinical formulations
  • Conduct stability studies and evaluates characteristics of raw materials and experimental batches
  • Perform experiments leading to the development of rational, scientifically sound formulations and manufacturing processes
  • Run analytical techniques, including HPLC, DSC, dissolution, microscopy, etc.
  • Assist with preparation of placebo and active formulations and provide support on other regulatory submissions
  • Implement production and lab-scale manufacturing procedures to optimize processes and regulatory requirements
  • Responsibility includes scale-up and troubleshooting for equipment and systems
  • Establish operating equipment specifications and improve manufacturing techniques
  • Assist with resolving technical issues, as well as maintenance of production and lab equipment as appropriate

Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry or extensive experience in related engineering field
  • 5+ years related experience
  • Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought
  • Good knowledge of scientific principles and concepts
  • Thorough and working understanding of chemistry, formulation, and process chemistry including related instrumentation, troubleshooting, method development, implementation, etc
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Strong work ethic and thrives in a team environment
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

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