Job description
Associate Formulation Scientist
Status: 6 month contract
Location: onsite in Watertown, MA
Hourly rate: $38 to $40 depending on experience
Position Summary
The individual in this role will be part of an interdisciplinary team supporting pre-clinical and clinical programs through product design, research, and development. Specifically, the Formulation Development group uses theoretical principles of chemistry, materials science, and engineering coupled with chemical and physical assays to define and characterize the drug delivery components of oral dosage forms with the highest level of rigor and quality. Additionally, we aid the process development and clinical manufacturing operations for these compositions. Clear communication/documentation, strong attention to detail, and competency in the design, execution, analysis, and progression of experiments are expected. Innovation and team collaboration are essential. A strong grounding in chemistry or materials science is valuable. This Associate position will be reporting to a Scientist or Director within the Formulation Development group.
Role and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):
Work closely with engineering, process, and analytical teams
Communicate findings internally
Written: clear plans and reports for R&D programs
In small groups: productive and collaborative discussions
Department- and company-wide: focused presentations
Be accountable for, and complete and accurate with data, communication, and timelines
Help discover and develop novel approaches to control drug release and gastric residence
Key Qualifications
Status: 6 month contract
Location: onsite in Watertown, MA
Hourly rate: $38 to $40 depending on experience
Position Summary
The individual in this role will be part of an interdisciplinary team supporting pre-clinical and clinical programs through product design, research, and development. Specifically, the Formulation Development group uses theoretical principles of chemistry, materials science, and engineering coupled with chemical and physical assays to define and characterize the drug delivery components of oral dosage forms with the highest level of rigor and quality. Additionally, we aid the process development and clinical manufacturing operations for these compositions. Clear communication/documentation, strong attention to detail, and competency in the design, execution, analysis, and progression of experiments are expected. Innovation and team collaboration are essential. A strong grounding in chemistry or materials science is valuable. This Associate position will be reporting to a Scientist or Director within the Formulation Development group.
Role and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):
- Plan and execute experiments using pharmaceutical sciences and engineering techniques
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- Design formulations for long acting gastric release
- Produce polymeric matrices using processes such as hot melt extrusion, film deposition, spray coating, and spray drying
- Characterize formulations for chemical, physical, processing, and stability attributes
- Apply chemical and mechanical principles to investigate and optimize formulations
Key Qualifications
- B.A., B.Sc., or M.S. with a minimum of 0-3 years laboratory/formulation experience
- Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bio/Biomedical engineering, Materials Science, or related field
- Flexible, detailed, and careful bench scientist
- Knowledge of drug development, pharmacology, CMC, or regulatory a plus
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, following protocols without supervision
- Independently troubleshoot and deliver results with minimal direction
- Prioritize, plan, and organize work to meet deadlines and evolving priorities
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills which support an eagerness to engage colleagues, learn quickly, and grow