Formulation Scientist with Robotics Experience

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions • Groton, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an associate scientist/scientist to join the Smart Lab within Drug Product Design and Supply. The successful candidate will develop and deploy automation and technology processes for pharmaceutical drug candidates in a laboratory setting. Position Responsibilities The successful candidate will help develop laboratory automation solutions for drug product development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Assist with design and testing of modular hardware to facilitate data-rich experimentation. Partner with research scientists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver DPDS workflows for solid dosage form development. Collaborate with colleagues to define and implement crystallization, polymorph, and salt screening activities according to project timelines. Conduct solid state physical and chemical characterization of small molecules of pharmaceutical relevance. This includes solid state characterization (e.g., spectroscopy, X-ray powder diffraction, thermal analysis). Analysis of powder samples for key physical properties (such as particle size distribution, bulk density, true density, powder flow, particle shape) Development and characterization of prototype formulations for pharmaceutical small molecules on small scale with small amounts of material (mg) on rapid timelines. Measurement of key active compound and formulation properties (such as crystallinity, solubility, dissolution, etc.) Assessment of the performance of prototype formulations using in-vitro tests (dissolution, precipitation, etc.). Rapid and detailed documentation of experimental procedures and data in electronic laboratory notebooks.

Requirements

• Master of Science Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or closely related discipline; OR a Bachelor’s degree in these disciplines with 2-4 years of relevant pharmaceutical experience.
• Understanding and/or experience in pharmaceutical solid dosage formulation development.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and keen observation and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in learning new techniques, developing and carrying out experimental plans, and performing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in data handling and scientific/engineering computations.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Develop laboratory automation solutions for drug product development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Assist with design and testing of modular hardware to facilitate data-rich experimentation.
• Partner with research scientists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver DPDS workflows for solid dosage form development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to define and implement crystallization, polymorph, and salt screening activities according to project timelines.
• Conduct solid state physical and chemical characterization of small molecules of pharmaceutical relevance.
• Analysis of powder samples for key physical properties (such as particle size distribution, bulk density, true density, powder flow, particle shape)
• Development and characterization of prototype formulations for pharmaceutical small molecules on small scale with small amounts of material (mg) on rapid timelines.
• Measurement of key active compound and formulation properties (such as crystallinity, solubility, dissolution, etc.)
• Assessment of the performance of prototype formulations using in-vitro tests (dissolution, precipitation, etc.).
• Rapid and detailed documentation of experimental procedures and data in electronic laboratory notebooks.

Benefits

• Excellent full-time benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees