Formulation Development Scientist

Proclinical is currently recruiting for a Formulation Development Scientist with a global pharmaceutical company located in Richmond, VA. As the Formulation Development Scientist, you will supports new product development by developing formulations and/or providing analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of the development process, considering scientific and timing objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manages or contributes to one or more projects in support of Brand Innovation strategy.
• Designs experiments and carries out scientific work with an awareness of state-of-the-art technology. Creates research plans to fit overall project objectives.
• Identify, challenge, develop and implement written procedures (e.g. quality and safety) methods & batch documents, etc.
• Works with Outsourcing Leader and/or Senior Development Scientists and contractors facilitate completion of outsourced support activity
• Maintains awareness of scientific literature to assist work progression and understanding.
• Trains self and others in new technology and laboratory responsibilities (including coaching, mentoring and elements of personal development).
• Maintains precise experimental records; issues report at project milestones; writes invention records to protect scientific discoveries.
• Participates in general problem solving or lead problem solving initiatives

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Nutritional or related science
• At least 5 years of formulation and/or product development experience with a bachelor's degree or at least 2 years of experience with a master's degree
• 2 years of topical experience (i.e. gels, creams, ointments, etc.)
• MS or PhD degree in a Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Nutritional or related science
• Ability to apply scientific principles and techniques to assigned projects.
• Knowledge of R&D development processes and associated commercial environment.
• Demonstrates ability to take initiative, think and work independently, problem-solve, work effectively in teams, and multitask.
• An ability to organize and report study data from internal and external sources.
• Basic understanding of statistics and its application to experimental work.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Sofia Amark at (+1) 646-367-2764 or s.amark@proclinical.com.

Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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