Scientist II, PharmDev Formulation
Core
Lead formulation development projects for small molecules and biologics, including complex modalities like antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), supporting clients in a CDMO environment.
Role type
Scientist II, Formulation Development
Builds
Formulation strategies, optimized drug products, and analytical data for clinical-phase development
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals / Pharmaceutical Development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
formulation design for small molecules and biologics, analytical data interpretation, troubleshooting formulation and process challenges, scale-up and technology transfer support, regulatory knowledge, SOP development, laboratory instrument maintenance
Preferred skills
independent thinking, adaptability to dynamic environments, mentorship of junior staff
Technologies
HPLC/UPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis, UV-Vis spectroscopy, FlowCam, Karl Fischer titration, DSC/FDM, LabX, Empower, SmartSheets
Responsibilities
Lead formulation development projects as technical lead and SME; execute and analyze experiments without supervision; develop phase-appropriate formulation strategies; act as representative on client-facing calls; perform analytical testing to confirm acceptance criteria; troubleshoot formulation and process challenges; author and review technical records and protocols; draft and maintain SOPs; provide training and mentorship to junior staff
Seniority
Mid-level IC with 5+ years experience
