Scientist / Sr. Scientist, Drug Product

CONTRACT PHARMACAL CORP • Town of Smithtown, NY

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About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Formulation Scientist to join our dynamic R&D team, where you’ll play a key role in developing innovative pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products. In this hands-on role, you’ll design formulations, support process improvements, and contribute directly to product development from concept to commercialization. This position offers exposure to oral solid dosage forms. Candidates may specialize in drug formulation or nutraceutical formulation, with the opportunity to grow into broader product development responsibilities.

The Sr. Scientist Formulation is primarily responsible for formulation product development and leading the process development activities from concept through commercialization.
Why Join CPC?
At CPC, you’ll be part of a team that has set the standard in pharmaceutical development and contract manufacturing since 1971, helping bring high-quality OTC, dietary supplement, and prescription products to market faster and safer than ever. We pride ourselves on quality as a core value, innovative problem-solving, and a collaborative culture where everyone plays a role in advancing formulation and manufacturing excellence. CPC offers an inclusive, respectful workplace with opportunities to grow your skills and career while working with cutting-edge technologies and serving leading global brands. With a commitment to employee success, competitive benefits, and a culture built on teamwork and integrity, CPC is a place where your contributions truly make an impact.

Requirements

• BS or MS degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related field is required
• Experience in Pharmaceutical R&D formulation is required
• Experience with formulation equipment such as blender, fluid bed dryer, high shear granulator, tablet press and other such equipment is preferred
• Outstanding oral, written and computer skills is required
• Desire to work in a fast-paced manufacturing facility with unlimited career growth potential
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, working knowledge of MS Office
• Knowledge of CGMPs related to US FDA Manufacturing environments.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Motivated, detailed, organized
• Knowledge of cGMP, computer software including word processing, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with formulation equipment such as blender, fluid bed dryer, high shear granulator, tablet press and other such equipment is preferred

Responsibilities

• Development of solid dosage nutraceutical, OTC or prescription products e.g. Tablet (Immediate Release, Controlled release, Effervescent) and Capsule with a working knowledge of tableting, two-piece encapsulation, granulation, fluid bed drying, and tablet coating
• Manage multiple development projects and develop formulations in a timely manner
• Assist in execution of Sampling Protocols, Process Validation Protocols, Stability Protocols and reports for OTC/ANDA products as per cGMP guidelines.
• Write and review challenge study protocols, master manufacturing records, product development reports and technical transfer reports
• Performing project management by coordinating the activities and keeping strong communication amongst multiple disciplines for all technical transfer projects.
• Provide support to production in process improvement and troubleshooting.
• Manage, coach, mentor and motivate junior scientists, operators, and technicians for exceptional performance
• Other responsibilities as assigned by senior management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees