Associate Scientist, Analytical Development
About The Position
Forma is a newly established, independent CDMO based in Irvine, California, formed through the acquisition of BioDuro’s Irvine operations. The company has approximately 60 employees and focuses on drug product development and manufacturing for pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients. Forma describes its work environment as lean, entrepreneurial, hands-on, and execution-driven, with employees collaborating across functions and contributing to scalable systems and processes as the organization grows. The Associate Scientist, Analytical Development performs analytical development activities and laboratory tasks in support of formulation development and drug product manufacturing. The role conducts experiments and general laboratory duties, communicates with relevant stakeholders, and helps execute systems that assure cGMP compliance for applicable operations. Work is performed with technical guidance and direction from management or senior scientists and involves collaboration with other departments and clients to support activities within established timelines.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
- At least 1 year of experience in analytical laboratory positions.
- Experience using analytical instruments such as HPLC, KF, dissolution apparatus, and UV/Vis.
- Full computer literacy and knowledge of basic scientific principles and practices.
- Ability to work in a well-lit, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office and occasional laboratory setting with adequate ventilation.
- Ability to perform light, non-strenuous daily activities of a productive or technical nature; the role may require long periods of standing or sitting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience improving any aspect of laboratory processes.
- Detailed attention to data trending.
- Exceptional information technology skills.
- Good data interpretation skills.
- Good technical writing skills.
- Good problem-solving development skills.
- Good attitude, work ethic, and natural leadership.
- An advanced degree.
Responsibilities
- Conduct analyses of formulation samples and finished pharmaceutical products using laboratory procedures.
- Collaborate with other departments and clients to support formulation development and manufacturing activities within preset timelines.
- Develop and validate analytical methods with technical direction and guidance.
- Optimize existing analytical methods for their intended purpose with technical direction and guidance.
- Document work and analyze data using Empower, Excel spreadsheets, and other necessary tools.
- Write or revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and methods when necessary.
- Assist other Scientists with assigned projects.
- Comply with laboratory safety guidelines, including use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Maintain cleanliness of the laboratory, including personal bench space and common-use areas.
- Perform other tasks and duties assigned by senior management.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dependent Care FSA
- 401(k)
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick leave
- Aggressive bonus structure
- Market-competitive salaries
- Employee and community outreach events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
