Pharmaceutical Development Associate Scientist II
About The Position
Catalent’s Kansas City facility supports Oral & Specialty Drug Delivery, Biologics Analytical Services, and Clinical Supply Services. The Pharmaceutical Development Associate Scientist II supports formulation and process design for oral solid dosage forms, participates in clinical trial manufacturing, and helps ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, good manufacturing practices, and standard operating procedures. The role works on diverse projects in a dynamic environment and is performed 100% onsite in Kansas City, Missouri. The position follows either a Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday schedule from 12:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The Associate Scientist executes laboratory plans and methods, prepares technical documentation with guidance, supports manufacturing-document reviews and efficiency projects, and performs physical testing as needed. The role also includes training others in basic laboratory techniques and maintaining high-quality laboratory documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related life science or physical science field.
- Zero or more years of related work experience.
- Basic knowledge of the principles and concepts of pharmaceutics.
- Ability to apply mathematical and scientific reasoning.
- Basic understanding of equipment and instrument operations, with troubleshooting skills across multiple techniques.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.
- Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices and ability to work in a GMP environment with supervision.
Responsibilities
- Execute laboratory work plans and schedules developed with input from supervisors or senior team members.
- Draft technical documents, including batch records, technical reports, and standard operating procedures, with guidance.
- Perform parallel review of manufacturing documentation and potentially qualify to perform technical reviews for accuracy and compliance.
- Train others on basic laboratory techniques.
- Assist with efficiency improvement projects with guidance.
- Maintain high-quality laboratory documentation in accordance with regulatory guidance and site procedures.
- Perform physical testing as needed, including bulk/tap density, flow analysis (FT4), and sieve analysis.
- Execute procedures or methods of moderate complexity with high quality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
- Diverse, inclusive culture.
- Potential for career growth on an expanding team.
- Competitive paid time off and 8 paid holidays.
- Community engagement and green initiatives.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on the first day of employment.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
