3,692 Formulation jobs in the United States
Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
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- Lead the design and development of innovative pharmaceutical formulations for various routes of administration (e.g., oral, injectable, topical).
- Conduct pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility assessments.
- Select appropriate excipients and optimize drug product compositions to achieve desired pharmacokinetic profiles and stability.
- Characterize drug product performance using techniques such as dissolution testing, particle size analysis, and microscopy.
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for drug products, ensuring scalability and reproducibility.
- Manage formulation development projects, including planning, execution, and documentation.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior formulation scientists.
- Collaborate with analytical development teams to establish product specifications and testing methods.
- Liaise with regulatory affairs to prepare CMC documentation for Investigational New Drug (IND) and New Drug Application (NDA) filings.
- Stay current with scientific literature, industry trends, and new drug delivery technologies.
Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
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Responsibilities:
- Design and develop various dosage forms, including oral solids, injectables, and topical formulations.
- Investigate and characterize physicochemical properties of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.
- Conduct formulation optimization studies to achieve desired drug release profiles, stability, and bioavailability.
- Develop and validate analytical methods for characterizing formulations and assessing drug stability.
- Plan and execute pre-formulation and formulation development studies.
- Prepare and review technical reports, protocols, and regulatory submission documents (e.g., IND, NDA).
- Collaborate with analytical chemistry, process development, and DMPK teams to ensure seamless project progression.
- Troubleshoot formulation challenges and implement innovative solutions.
- Stay current with scientific literature, industry trends, and regulatory guidelines in pharmaceutical formulation.
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to the scientific growth of the team.
- Manage external contract research organizations (CROs) for formulation development activities as needed.
- Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Proven track record of successfully developing and advancing drug candidates through the development pipeline.
- Extensive knowledge of various drug delivery systems and formulation technologies.
- Proficiency in analytical techniques such as HPLC, DSC, TGA, XRD, and dissolution testing.
- Experience with stability studies and interpretation of stability data.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for drug development.
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and experimental design skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote setting.
- Experience with parenteral formulations and sterile manufacturing is highly desirable.
This remote opportunity offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact on patient health. If you are a passionate and experienced formulation scientist, we encourage you to apply.
Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation development of new pharmaceutical products.
- Design and execute experiments for formulation and process development.
- Investigate and resolve formulation-related challenges.
- Select appropriate excipients and develop stable, effective drug delivery systems.
- Conduct pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility assessments.
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for various dosage forms.
- Collaborate with analytical, process development, and regulatory teams.
- Prepare and review technical reports, protocols, and regulatory submission documents.
- Stay current with scientific advancements and regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical formulation.
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
- Effectively manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a remote setting.
- Present research findings at internal meetings and external conferences.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Extensive knowledge of various dosage forms and drug delivery technologies.
- Strong understanding of pre-formulation, formulation optimization, and process development.
- Familiarity with GMP requirements and regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and experimental design skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis and scientific report writing.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
- Experience with solid dosage forms, injectables, or topical formulations is highly desirable.
Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
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Key responsibilities include conducting in-depth pre-formulation characterization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), identifying suitable excipients, and developing robust formulations that meet target product profiles. You will also be involved in designing and executing stability studies, performing analytical method development and validation, and collaborating with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless technology transfer. This role requires a strong scientific foundation in pharmaceutics, physical chemistry, and materials science, coupled with hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and pilot-scale manufacturing processes. The ability to interpret complex data, make sound scientific judgments, and effectively communicate findings to cross-functional teams, including R&D, regulatory affairs, and clinical operations, is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing pharmaceutical company and contribute to the advancement of life-saving medicines.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Proven track record of successfully developing and scaling up various dosage forms.
- Extensive knowledge of drug delivery technologies, material science, and analytical techniques.
- Familiarity with cGMP requirements and regulatory submission processes.
- Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation development of new chemical entities (NCEs) and generic drug products.
- Design and execute pre-formulation studies, solubility enhancement strategies, and excipient compatibility testing.
- Develop and optimize various dosage forms, including tablets, capsules, injectables, and topical formulations.
- Oversee the scale-up of formulation processes from laboratory to pilot plant and manufacturing scales.
- Conduct stability studies and analyze data to support product shelf-life determination.
- Prepare comprehensive formulation development reports, protocols, and regulatory submission documents (e.g., IND, NDA).
- Troubleshoot formulation-related issues encountered during development and manufacturing.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies in drug delivery and pharmaceutical sciences.
- Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets effectively.
- Mentor and guide junior formulation scientists, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
- Represent the formulation department in cross-functional project team meetings.
- Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other relevant regulatory guidelines.
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Demonstrated expertise in solid oral dosage forms, controlled-release drug delivery systems, or parenteral formulations.
- Strong understanding of excipient science, drug-solubility enhancement techniques, and bioavailability enhancement strategies.
- Experience with formulation scale-up and technology transfer activities.
- Proficiency in analytical techniques relevant to pharmaceutical characterization.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to author regulatory documents.
- Strong leadership and project management capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.
Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation development of new drug products, including solid dosage forms, sterile injectables, and topical preparations.
- Design and conduct pre-formulation studies to characterize drug substances and excipients.
- Develop robust and scalable manufacturing processes for pharmaceutical formulations.
- Perform compatibility studies between active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.
- Utilize advanced analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC, dissolution testing, spectroscopy) to evaluate formulation performance and stability.
- Investigate and troubleshoot formulation-related issues encountered during development and scale-up.
- Prepare comprehensive formulation development reports, protocols, and regulatory submission documents.
- Collaborate with analytical development, quality control, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful product lifecycle management.
- Stay current with advancements in pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery technologies.
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to the overall scientific development of the formulation team.
- Ensure all laboratory activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other relevant regulatory standards.
- Participate in cross-functional project teams, providing formulation expertise and strategic input.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Extensive knowledge of various drug delivery systems and dosage forms.
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques for formulation development and characterization.
- Strong understanding of GMP requirements and regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and experimental design skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and presentations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory setting.
- Experience with solid-state characterization techniques is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to lead formulation development projects.
Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation development of small molecule and biologic drug candidates across various therapeutic areas.
- Design and execute pre-formulation studies to characterize drug substances and excipients.
- Develop robust and scalable formulations for oral, injectable, topical, and other dosage forms.
- Optimize formulations to achieve desired pharmacokinetic profiles, stability, and manufacturability.
- Perform characterization studies, including dissolution testing, particle size analysis, stability studies, and other relevant analytical techniques.
- Troubleshoot formulation challenges and identify solutions to ensure project success.
- Collaborate closely with analytical development, process development, and regulatory affairs teams.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in drug delivery technologies, formulation science, and regulatory guidelines.
- Prepare comprehensive formulation development reports, protocols, and data summaries.
- Contribute to the intellectual property strategy through invention and patent filings.
- Mentor junior scientists and provide technical guidance on formulation projects.
- Participate in scientific conferences and publish research findings where appropriate.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6-8 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Proven track record of successfully developing formulations from early-stage discovery through to clinical trial material production.
- In-depth knowledge of various dosage forms, excipients, and drug delivery technologies.
- Experience with analytical techniques relevant to formulation characterization.
- Strong understanding of GMP principles and regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA).
- Excellent scientific curiosity, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, remote environment.
- Experience with biologics formulation is a significant plus.
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Lead Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation development of diverse dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topicals) for small molecules and biologics.
- Design and execute formulation studies, including pre-formulation, excipient compatibility, and stability testing.
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for drug product scale-up, ensuring reproducibility and compliance.
- Collaborate closely with analytical, DMPK, and regulatory affairs departments to ensure project success.
- Oversee and mentor a team of formulation scientists, fostering a culture of scientific excellence and innovation.
- Prepare comprehensive formulation development reports, protocols, and regulatory submission documents (IND, NDA).
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in drug delivery technologies, pharmaceutical science, and regulatory guidelines.
- Manage external contract research organizations (CROs) for specialized formulation and analytical services.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the R&D pipeline and identify new development opportunities.
- Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with cGMP regulations and internal SOPs.
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development, with a significant portion in a leadership capacity.
- Expertise in developing various dosage forms and a strong understanding of physicochemical properties of APIs.
- Proficiency in formulation techniques and characterization methods.
- Demonstrated success in advancing drug candidates through the development pipeline.
- In-depth knowledge of regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA) pertaining to drug product development.
- Experience managing scientific teams and projects effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
Posted 4 days ago
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- Designing and developing innovative pharmaceutical formulations (e.g., oral solid dosage forms, injectables, topical preparations) for small molecules and biologics.
- Conducting pre-formulation studies to characterize drug substances and excipients.
- Optimizing formulation composition and manufacturing processes to achieve desired drug release profiles, stability, and bioavailability.
- Developing and validating analytical methods for the characterization and quality control of drug products.
- Overseeing and executing formulation development experiments using laboratory-scale equipment and pilot manufacturing processes.
- Troubleshooting formulation and manufacturing challenges, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Preparing comprehensive technical reports, study protocols, and regulatory submission documents.
- Collaborating closely with analytical development, process development, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing teams.
- Staying abreast of scientific literature, industry trends, and emerging technologies in pharmaceutics and drug delivery.
- Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior scientists.
- Managing project timelines and resources effectively to meet development milestones.
- Ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations and quality standards.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
- Proven track record of successfully developing and advancing drug candidates from early development to clinical stages.
- In-depth knowledge of various dosage forms, drug delivery technologies, and formulation principles.
- Experience with analytical techniques relevant to pharmaceutical characterization (e.g., HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, DSC, XRD).
- Familiarity with cGMP manufacturing principles and quality control systems.
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and experimental design skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing technical reports and regulatory documents.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Proficiency in relevant software for data analysis and documentation.
- Experience with biologics formulation is a plus.
Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
Posted 5 days ago
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The Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist will be responsible for designing, developing, and characterizing various dosage forms, including oral solids, injectables, and topical formulations. You will conduct pre-formulation studies, evaluate excipient compatibility, and optimize formulation parameters to achieve desired drug release profiles, stability, and bioavailability. This role involves leveraging advanced formulation technologies and analytical techniques to support drug product development from early-stage research through to clinical trial material preparation. You will meticulously plan and execute laboratory experiments, interpret complex data, and generate comprehensive reports. Collaboration with analytical chemists, process engineers, and regulatory affairs specialists will be essential to ensure successful product development and seamless technology transfer.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and developing innovative pharmaceutical formulations for various therapeutic areas.
- Conducting pre-formulation studies, including solubility, stability, and compatibility assessments.
- Optimizing formulation compositions and manufacturing processes to meet product specifications.
- Characterizing drug products using a range of analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC, dissolution testing, DSC, TGA).
- Performing literature reviews and patent searches to identify new technologies and approaches.
- Preparing detailed technical reports, protocols, and documentation for regulatory submissions.
- Troubleshooting formulation and process-related issues.
- Staying abreast of the latest advancements in pharmaceutical sciences and drug delivery technologies.
- Collaborating effectively with internal teams and external partners in a remote setting.
Required qualifications:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Proven track record of developing various dosage forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, sterile injectables, topicals).
- Strong understanding of drug delivery principles, excipient functionality, and pharmacokinetics.
- Proficiency with analytical techniques for characterizing drug products and raw materials.
- Experience with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environments.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of life-changing medicines within a cutting-edge, remote-first pharmaceutical organization. If you are a passionate and skilled formulation scientist, we encourage you to apply.