Pharmaceutical Development 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 Scientist II supports formulation and process design for oral solid dosage forms and contributes to clinical trial manufacturing. The role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, good manufacturing practices, and standard operating procedures. Work is conducted in a GMP area under minimal supervision, with duties spanning most projects or assignments within the group or project team. The position is based in Kansas City, Missouri, is 100% onsite, and follows an 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday schedule.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related life science or physical science field with 8+ years of related work experience preferred.
- Ability to proactively address work issues at both an individual and team level.
- Capability to propose deviations from established procedures and methods based on sound judgment.
- Experience developing and executing procedures, methods, and manufacturing processes with minimal complexity and high quality.
- Demonstrated ability to lead small team projects and identify unmet needs within the department.
- Basic to moderate understanding of manufacturing equipment operations and troubleshooting skills in multiple techniques.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a related life science or physical science field with 6+ years of related work experience preferred.
- Doctorate degree in a related life science or physical science field with 2+ years of related work experience preferred.
- Previous solids development experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Train others on procedures and laboratory techniques.
- Execute efficiency improvement projects with guidance.
- Apply knowledge of principles and concepts within the discipline.
- Use technical and functional knowledge to perform duties on most projects or assignments within the group or project team.
- Conduct work in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) area under minimal supervision.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive paid time off plus 8 paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
- Potential for career growth on an expanding team.
- Community engagement and green initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
