Staff Formulator

Quotient Sciences • Concord Township, PA

37d • Onsite

About The Position

Quotient Sciences is a leading drug development and manufacturing accelerator, helping biotech and pharma companies bring new medicines to patients faster. With over 35 years of experience, they provide Drug Product (CDMO) and Clinical (CRO) services across the entire development pathway, including formulation development, clinical pharmacology, clinical trials, and commercial product manufacturing. Their proprietary and disruptive platform – “Translational Pharmaceutics®” – integrates Drug Product Manufacturing and Clinical Testing to eliminate silos in the drug development process, reducing costs, improving outcomes, and significantly accelerating drug development times. The company has over 1,000 experts across the US, UK, and beyond. The Staff Formulator role involves formulating oral solid dosage forms in a dynamic contract manufacturing setting, developing a wide array of formulations for Phase I–III clinical trials, and conducting pre-formulation, formulation, and manufacturing process development and optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with immediate release, modified release, solid oral dosage forms, and high-potency formulations.
• Solid understanding of federal and state regulations including FDA, EPA, OSHA, and DEA.
• Strong grasp of chemical components, theories, and solid oral production processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to interpret safety rules, operating procedures, and SOP manuals.
• Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and SOPs.
• Competence in applying mathematical operations to tasks such as frequency distribution, test reliability, analysis of variance, and sampling theory.
• Analytical mindset to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions and manage abstract and concrete variables.
• Commitment to safety in hazardous environments, with effective use of instruments, equipment, and technology.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with 1–2 years of industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Formulate oral solid dosage forms in a dynamic contract manufacturing setting.
• Develop a wide array of formulations, including both immediate and modified release, for Phase I–III clinical trials.
• Conduct pre-formulation, formulation, and manufacturing process development and optimization for various solid dosage forms.
• Collaborate directly with clients to deliver high-quality results within ambitious project timelines.
• Author essential documentation including product specifications, process validation protocols, batch records, and developmental reports.
• Work cross-functionally with QA and Analytical Development teams to ensure seamless product delivery.
• Manufacture and package clinical supplies under CGMP standards for Phase I–III trials.
• Train and mentor manufacturing scientists and technicians.

Benefits

• Impactful Work: Play a key role in developing life-changing medications for clinical trials across Phases I–III.
• Innovation-Driven Culture: Work on diverse and challenging formulations, from immediate to modified release, using cutting-edge technologies.
• Client-Facing Opportunities: Build strong relationships with industry-leading clients and contribute to high-profile projects.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with experts in QA, Analytical Development, and Manufacturing to deliver high-quality products.
• Commitment to Excellence: Operate in a CGMP-compliant environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees