Associate Formulations Scientist
About The Position
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Requirements
- Experience with drug formulation and pre-formulation techniques, and an understanding of drug candidate properties
- Basic chemistry (wet or solid state) laboratory experience.
- Experience working with laboratory equipment, mechanically inclined.
- Ability to follow procedures reliably and consistently,
- Strong computer and organizational skills
- Adept in Microsoft office
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivared, adaptable, and a positive attitude
- Ability to learn new techniques, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Responsibilities
- Preparation of prototype formulations (solutions, suspensions, tablets, capsules, powder blends, semi-solid dosage forms, sterile and non-sterile liquids) for exploratory studies in in-vitro and in-vivo models
- Development of oral, topical, and intravenous (sterile) dosage forms for feasibility studies and small-scale manufacturing operations
- Measurement of key active compound and formulation properties (such as solubility, tablet hardness, disintegration, pH, isotonicity, color, gelling tendency, etc.)
- Assessment of the chemical and physical stability of prototype formulations, as well as the performance of prototype formulations using in-vitro tests (non-sink dissolution, precipitation, etc.)
- Identify potential stability and performance issues with prototype formulations
- Development of protocols for preparation of formulations at preclinical and clinical study site
Benefits
- comprehensive medical coverage
- dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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