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Associate Scientist, Formulations

$121.5k - $141.75k

Cytokinetics

Cytokinetics seeks an Associate Scientist to support formulation development for small-molecule cardiovascular therapeutics. The role involves designing and executing prototype formulations for oral dosage forms, conducting characterization studies, and collaborating across cross-functional teams to advance drug products from development through scale-up.

Responsibilities

  • Design, prepare, and evaluate prototype formulations for tablets, capsules, suspensions, and enabling formulations
  • Execute formulation screening, optimization, and process development experiments with comprehensive documentation
  • Conduct physical, chemical, and biopharmaceutical characterization studies to assess formulation performance
  • Support drug product manufacturing process development and scale-up activities
  • Prepare technical reports, protocols, and development summaries communicating experimental results and recommendations

Requirements

  • BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or related discipline with 6+ years industry experience
  • MS degree with 4+ years relevant pharmaceutical formulation experience
  • Hands-on experience with oral solid dose manufacturing equipment and processes
  • Working knowledge of pharmaceutical characterization techniques and analytical methods
  • Strong laboratory data analysis, documentation, and scientific communication skills
  • Experience with CROs or CDMOs preferred
  • Problem-solving ability and collaborative mindset in cross-functional settings

Compensation: $121,500 - $141,750 base salary

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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