Formulation Scientist

Formulation Scientist

This is a Formulation Scientist role in Generic Pharma, product development with 3 – 5 years industrial experience. This role is very hands-on. Must have experience in developing oral solid dosage forms from Bench Scale all the way to large scale submission batch manufacture, at other generic Pharma companies.

Duties & Essential Job Functions

• Formulator with previous industrial experience developing generic Oral Solid Dosage Forms (including Oral Liquids preferred)
• Ability to perform extensive Literature Search on assigned Projects
• Ability to develop non-infringing formulations
• Familiar with adapting QbD elements in generic product development
• Experience working with projects from bench-top stage to large scale manufacture of submission batches
• Should have a sound knowledge of pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics and process scale-up

Other Functions and Responsibilities

• Suggest improvements and efficiencies in the department. Assist in revising and maintaining SOPs, operating procedures and other documents. Suggest new equipment and or training for personnel.

Qualifications

Formulation and process development scientist with 3 - 5 years of experience in the generic drug industry

Must have ability to work in a team with excellent spoken and written communication skills

Required:

• MS or PhD in Pharmaceutics

Preferred:

• Experience in working with DEA controlled drug substances and relevant regulations.