Formulation and Development Associate

Pace® Analytical Services•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This Formulation and Development Associate – Animal Health R&D will provide hands-on support for early and late phase formulation and process development. The role involves designing, executing, and analyzing experiments using hands-on, scale-down models of manufacturing processes. The associate will also identify process improvement opportunities, monitor drug product study results, and document work accurately. Collaboration with scientists, cross-functional teams, and manufacturing partners is key, as is maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment. The position requires adaptability to new procedures and evolving project needs in a dynamic R&D setting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline with 2 years of relevant laboratory experience will also be considered
Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience working with laboratory equipment
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, technical curiosity, and high learning agility
Ability to work independently and collaborate within cross-functional teams
Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting and presenting technical data
Demonstrated ownership with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently
Interest in pharmaceutical science and drug product manufacturing, with a willingness to learn and grow in this area

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering or a related STEM field preferred
Experience troubleshooting scientific equipment
Experience maintaining electronic laboratory notebooks
Knowledge of and hands-on experience with drug product development processes (e.g., extrusion, granulation, tablet compression)
Familiarity with basic statistical concepts and data analysis
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Ability to adapt flexibly and work effectively with others

Responsibilities

Design, execute, analyze, and evaluate experiments that meet R&D product development objectives using hands-on, scale-down models of manufacturing processes
Ensure experiments are well designed and documented with clear objectives
Technically manage small-scale laboratory projects as required
Identify process improvement opportunities through data analysis, observation, and technical report writing in collaboration with senior scientists and technicians
Monitor and interpret drug product study results
Organize and execute routine experimental work in accordance with established methods, SOPs, and applicable regulatory guidelines
Independently operate and perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment relevant to assigned work
Recognize and communicate atypical results/deviations and support investigation and resolution as needed
Accurately document work in batch records and/or electronic laboratory notebooks
Write and present technical summaries at department meetings and reviews
Collaborate with scientists, cross-functional teams, and manufacturing partners to share key learnings
Participate in project meetings and contribute technical input
Able to adapt to new procedures and evolving project needs in a dynamic R&D environment
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory work environment and encourage safe behaviors by coworkers
Contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude