Scientist: Steriles Packaging Development
Core
Perform lab-based analysis to support sterile primary package selection, integrity, stability, and lifecycle for parenteral products.
Role type
Scientist (Sterile Packaging Development)
Builds
Sterile primary packaging components (vials, stoppers, pre-filled syringes, cartridges) for pharmaceutical clients.
Domain
Pharmaceutical / Parenteral Packaging
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
parenteral package development, analytical techniques (extrusion force, stopper movement, CCI, HeLD, Vacuum Decay, headspace analysis), statistical analysis, Design of Experiments, regulatory knowledge (FDA/MAA, USP/Ph Eur)
Preferred skills
knowledge of packaging materials/components/vendors, training others in analytical techniques, document and knowledge management
Technologies
extrusion force testing equipment, stopper movement assessment tools, CCI equipment, HeLD, Vacuum Decay analyzers, headspace analysis tools
Responsibilities
Execute lab-based analysis for sterile primary package selection and lifecycle testing, maintain License To Operate (LTO) status including equipment maintenance and vendor coordination, manage lab component and inventory, prepare and communicate data summaries to project teams
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC