Principal Scientist, Materials Science
Core
Lead physicochemical characterization of pharmaceutical materials (APIs, excipients, drug products) to support discovery through commercial launch.
Role type
Principal Scientist, Materials Science
Builds
Physicochemical characterization data for pharmaceutical pipelines
Domain
Pharmaceutical Materials Science / Physical Organic Chemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Materials characterization (XRD, thermal analysis, electron microscopy, vibrational spectroscopy), Crystallization and polymorph screening, Cross-functional team leadership, Mentoring scientists, Method development and validation
Preferred skills
Amorphous solid dispersion characterization, Chemometric analysis, Modified release dosage form development, Rheological characterization, Regulatory documentation
Technologies
X-ray diffraction, Thermal analysis, Electron microscopy, Vibrational spectroscopy, Powder property characterization, Liquid Chromatography (LC)
Responsibilities
Tackle scientific challenges in crystallization, polymorph selection, and drug-excipient compatibility; Build internal and external academic/regulatory networks; Advance scientific excellence and compliance culture
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship
