Formulation Scientist, R&D; Solid Dose Drugs

CONTRACT PHARMACAL CORP•Town of Smithtown, NY
•$75,000 - $125,000

About The Position

CPC is seeking a Senior Formulation Scientist for its R&D team. The role focuses on developing pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products, designing formulations, supporting process improvements, and contributing to product development from concept through commercialization. The position focuses on oral solid dosage forms, including tablets and capsules. Candidates may specialize in drug or nutraceutical formulation, with the opportunity to take on broader product development responsibilities. The Sr. Scientist Formulation is primarily responsible for formulation product development and leading process development activities from concept through commercialization. The role involves managing development projects, coordinating technical transfers across disciplines, supporting production troubleshooting and improvement, and mentoring junior staff. CPC describes its workplace as inclusive and collaborative, with opportunities to develop skills and careers and access to competitive benefits.

Requirements

  • BS or MS degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related field.
  • Experience in pharmaceutical R&D formulation.
  • Outstanding oral, written, and computer skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and working knowledge of MS Office.
  • Knowledge of cGMPs in US FDA manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask.
  • Motivated, detail-oriented, and organized.
  • Knowledge of computer software including word processing, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced manufacturing facility.

Nice To Haves

  • Working knowledge of tableting, two-piece encapsulation, granulation, fluid bed drying, and tablet coating.
  • Experience with formulation equipment such as blenders, fluid bed dryers, high-shear granulators, and tablet presses.

Responsibilities

  • Develop solid dosage nutraceutical, OTC, or prescription products, including immediate-release, controlled-release, and effervescent tablets and capsules.
  • Manage multiple development projects and develop formulations in a timely manner.
  • Assist with sampling protocols, process validation protocols, stability protocols, and reports for OTC/ANDA products in accordance with cGMP guidelines.
  • Write and review challenge study protocols, master manufacturing records, product development reports, and technical transfer reports.
  • Coordinate activities and maintain communication across multiple disciplines for technical transfer projects.
  • Support production with process improvement and troubleshooting.
  • Manage, coach, mentor, and motivate junior scientists, operators, and technicians.
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned by senior management.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits
  • Opportunities for career and skills growth
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