2,431 Formulation jobs in the United States
Formulation Scientist
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We are seeking an experienced Formulation Scientist to develop and optimize pharmaceutical products. This role involves identifying and evaluating new technologies and formulation processes, preparing development plans, and ensuring compliance with cGMP, FDA, and EMA regulations.
Responsibilities
+ Lead and support the development of novel dosage forms and manufacturing processes for the delivery of drugs.
+ Prepare formulation development plans to meet project timelines.
+ Utilize Quality by Design (QbD) and Design of Experiments (DOE) approaches to control critical factors affecting product quality.
+ Collaborate with the global product development team to prepare, execute, and evaluate stability of various product dosage forms.
+ Troubleshoot manufacturing processes and suggest improvements.
+ Prepare and authorize manufacturing protocols, Master batch records, change control requests, deviations, and development reports.
+ Provide guidance to product development technicians in data collection and analysis.
+ Evaluate and compile stability data.
+ Prepare product specifications and assemble documentation to support regulatory dossiers.
+ Work closely with manufacturing and operations teams to monitor production runs and transfer new products to industrial production.
+ Ensure compliance with cGMP, GLP, GCP, FDA, and EMA guidelines.
+ Identify and support initiation of Deviations, CAPAs, and Investigations.
Essential Skills
+ Experience in formulation, process development, and project management in the pharmaceutical industry.
+ Strong knowledge of QbD and DOE approaches.
+ 3+ years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation or process development.
+ BS/MS degree in Chemistry or equivalent (MS preferred).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience in process scale-up, engineering, or technical transfer.
+ 5 years of pharmaceutical or project management experience is ideal.
+ Understanding of granulation, film coating, compression, and extrusion manufacturing concepts preferred.
+ Knowledge or experience with GUMP software preferred.
Work Environment
The role is based in the R&D building, which houses a dynamic and evolving team of scientists and technicians. The work environment includes both GMP and non-GMP areas, with an open floor-plan office. The position requires 60-70% desk work and 30-40% hands-on execution. The standard shift is Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some flexibility for planned runs.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.
401KMedical/DentalPet InsuranceBonus401K MatchPTO/Holiday Compensation
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in BRIDGETON,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the formulation development of small molecule and/or biologic drug candidates.
- Design and conduct pre-formulation studies to characterize APIs and excipients.
- Develop and optimize various dosage forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, injectables, topical).
- Perform stability studies and identify appropriate excipients.
- Utilize a range of analytical techniques for characterization and quality control.
- Collaborate with analytical development and CMC teams to ensure data integrity.
- Troubleshoot formulation challenges and implement effective solutions.
- Document experimental procedures and results in research notebooks and reports.
- Stay current with scientific literature and industry trends in drug delivery.
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to team success.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Proven experience with various dosage forms and drug delivery technologies.
- Strong understanding of physical chemistry, material science, and biopharmaceutics.
- Proficiency with analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, dissolution apparatus).
- Excellent experimental design and problem-solving skills.
- Strong technical writing and communication abilities.
- Experience with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA) is a plus.
Principal Scientist - Pharmaceutical Formulation
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of pharmaceutical formulations for oral, injectable, and other advanced delivery systems.
- Conduct pre-formulation studies, including characterization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.
- Develop robust formulations that ensure drug stability, solubility, and bioavailability.
- Design and execute experiments to evaluate formulation performance using various analytical techniques.
- Oversee the scale-up of formulation processes from laboratory to pilot and manufacturing scales.
- Collaborate closely with analytical development, process development, and regulatory affairs teams.
- Troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing-related issues.
- Stay abreast of new drug delivery technologies, scientific advancements, and regulatory guidelines.
- Write comprehensive technical reports, development protocols, and regulatory submission documents.
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to the scientific growth of the formulation development group.
- Present findings and strategies to internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to the intellectual property portfolio through invention disclosures and patent applications.
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical formulation development.
- Extensive knowledge of various dosage forms (e.g., tablets, capsules, injectables, controlled-release systems) and their manufacturing processes.
- Expertise in physicochemical characterization of APIs and drug products.
- Strong understanding of drug delivery principles, pharmacokinetics, and biopharmaceutics.
- Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA).
- Proven ability to lead complex projects, manage timelines, and mentor scientific staff.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of scientific publications and presentations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced research environment.
Director Formulation
Posted 6 days ago
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Formulation Lead
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Timeless was founded in 2013 with the vision of creating a Leading Lifestyle Brand around Cannabis products that are efficient, safe & discreet to use. Our passion for R&D and Brand building has led Timeless to be one of the most innovative brands in the market.
Community, Culture, and Legacy are the building blocks of what we do at Timeless. We always have and will continue to work with local businesses, artists, charities, and dispensary partners to support the movements that we believe impact our industry and world for the better.
About the roleA Filling Supervisor brings a high level of responsibility and dedication to the position. You must be vigilant and perceptive while blending and operating the machinery to avoid accidents. We are also looking for a candidate who is efficient and quick, meeting daily quotas and being able to run the daily fill while overseeing the operation of the machinery for several hours at a time. In addition to operating the machinery, you will complete administrative and data entry work during and at the end of your shift in compliance with all ADHS regulations.
Responsibilities- Track and account for all medicine, consumables, and waste in the Filling Department
- Responsible for the filling performance of assigned production tasks and plans
- Responsible for all paperwork in the filling department and its proper filing (Sample CoC's, distillate intake paperwork, etc) along with proper labeling of all medicine and waste in accordance with state requirements.
- Plan and develop S.O.Ps for the Filling Department quarterly
- Review daily, weekly, and monthly plans for production with the Operations Manager
- Must have a full understanding of all Arizona Compliance Regulations
- Completion of daily production records and submission of End of Day Shift Report
- Check Filling Departments employees' Clock in/Clock outs through the time tracking system
- Complete all administrative tasks assigned by due dates
- Prepare/inform filling department staff for the following day and if there are no production orders or prep work or other cleaning duties, assign staff to other departments where needed.
- Reporting issues when they arise - this should be done quickly to minimize any impact on the efficiency of production.
- Maintain and submit maintenance tickets for all machinery and any preventive/scheduled maintenance
- Must be trained and certified on all software and machinery used within the department
- Performs pre-shift equipment checks to ensure the proper functioning
- Sets up and adjusts machines to run according to the production schedule
- Startup, shutdown, and disassembly of the manufacturing machines as necessary
- Cooperates with management and ensures compliance with all company policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices
- Ensures the highest quality product is produced by continually striving to improve the company and department policies in regard to the entire House of Brands, both cartridges and pre-rolls
- Ensure proper care and maintenance of all machinery in your AOR
- Full-Time
- Hourly (NonExempt)
Reports to
- National Formulation Specialist, Operations Manager
- Filling Technician(s)
- Inventory Manager, Production Supervisors
- Knowledge of filling and Q/C Q/A operations and regulatory guidelines.
- Ability to perform calculations.
- Ability to work within established warehouse procedures and practices
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to troubleshoot issues effectively.
- Action Oriented
- Time Management
- Perseverance
- Ethics and Values
- Functional/Technical Skills
- Approachability
- Informing
- Peer Relationships
- Leadership Relationships
- Personal Learning
- Experienced in product Q/C and Q/A.
- Experience within a regulated environment
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a quality or manufacturing department of a pharmaceutical or Medical Marijuana facility, Medical Device or Allied Health Science.
- HS Diploma or GED equivalent (required)
- Must be twenty-one (21) years of age, pursuant to A.R.S. §
- Must consent to a criminal background check performed by the Company and/or the Arizona Department of Health Services, pursuant to A.R.S. §
- Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal background check conducted by the Arizona Department of Health Services, pursuant to A.R.S. § and A.R.S. §
- Valid Arizona State Issued ID
- Ability to travel to other markets to assist in Timeless Operations for up to 14 days at a time, if needed
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
- The employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
- The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- AD&D Life Insurance
- $20,000 Company Provided Basic Life Insurance
- A minimum of 10 paid holidays each calendar year
- Sick time - available after 90 days of employment
- Vacation time - available after 1st year of employment
- Paid Parental Leave - available after 1st year of employment
- Annual Performance-Based Bonus (pro-rated for full-time start date)
- Employee Referral Bonuses - eligible after 90 days of employment
- Employee discount on website merchandise
- Positive Cannabis Culture
Formulation Chemist
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We are seeking a dedicated Formulation Chemist to lead and manage new product development projects. This role involves working with both existing and new formulas to achieve desired outcomes. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with customers, develop comprehensive R&D strategies, and guide projects from inception to completion.
Responsibilities
+ Manage new product development projects with both existing and new formulas.
+ Scope out projects with customers to determine technical needs and desired outcomes.
+ Plan, manage, and execute all necessary R&D tasks from start to finish.
+ Perform research, raw material sourcing, application testing, and physical testing to ensure product specifications and desired outcomes are met.
+ Present findings and final products to customers, adjusting as needed to prove viability or identify constraints.
+ Delegate tasks to other chemists and lab personnel as necessary.
+ Coach, guide, and train less experienced lab personnel throughout the product development process.
Essential Skills
+ Strong experience in formulation chemistry.
+ Experience with epoxy, urethane, silicone, UV curable acrylate, encapsulants, adhesives, and coatings.
+ Ability to manage five to seven projects per week with variable deadlines.
+ Proficiency in working with customers and collaborating with other project leaders and junior chemists.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience with 100% solid materials is required.
+ Must not have experience with water-based, solvent-based, thermoplastic, or hot melt products.
Work Environment
This role is based in the R&D Lab and office, working closely with the R&D Director, one experienced Chemist, two Associate Chemists, and three Junior Chemists. You will also interact with customers and the sales team. The position operates on a 1st shift, Monday through Friday. The environment is streamlined to focus on R&D activities without the typical quality issues or scale-up processes. Bonus potential ranges from 5-10%, with the possibility of exceeding 10% based on company performance.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.
This company will offer an assortment of benefits. These benefits will include health coverage, dental coverage, vision coverage, and 401k match, along with an assortment of other benefits.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Germantown,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
Formulation Chemist
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Formulation of chemical products for customers on a daily basis Develop the formulation testing, application testing, and overall processes to develop the formulas for customers Work with customers to scope out projects and what kind of product/application they need Work with vendors and suppliers to get materials for formulation projects, pricing, etc. Manage the daily and weekly workload and projects that need to get done including managing deadlines, lab safety, cleanliness in the lab, etc. Supervise two chemists along with training, coaching, etc. Act as the technical lead for the coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers
Skills
formulation, epoxy, adhesive, urethane, coating, paint, sealant, elastomer, solvent
Top Skills Details
formulation
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Formulation Chemistry Product Development
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $67.31/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Oak Creek,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
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Formulation Chemist
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We are seeking a skilled formulation chemist to develop and refine chemical formulas for urethanes, epoxies, silicones, coatings, and related materials. This role involves conducting application testing and quality control tests to ensure products meet customer specifications, scaling up production processes, and providing technical support to resolve customer issues.
Responsibilities
+ Develop chemical formulas for urethanes, epoxies, silicones, coatings, and related materials.
+ Perform application testing and quality control tests to ensure products meet customer specifications.
+ Operate application testing equipment such as universal testers, dispersers, viscometers, and durometers.
+ Collaborate with the production team to scale up the production of new or specific formulas.
+ Assist technical support groups in resolving customer issues and providing solutions.
+ Complete technical data sheets detailing the formula, production process, and quality control checks.
+ Manage multiple projects weekly, including formula development and testing applications.
Essential Skills
+ Experience in formulation chemistry, particularly with urethanes, epoxies, and silicones.
+ Ability to develop formulas for larger applications such as tires, molds, and castings.
+ Skill in scaling up formulas into production and setting quality control parameters.
+ Competence in troubleshooting technical issues during manufacturing processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Knowledge of foam technology and coatings chemistry.
+ Experience in physical chemistry blending and product development.
+ Understanding of toluene diisocyanate.
Work Environment
The role involves working in a chemistry lab to develop formulas using various instrumentation, as well as performing administrative tasks in the office related to each project. The position operates on a 1st shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30/4:30 p.m., and requires collaboration with every level of the organization.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.
This company will offer a variety of benefits including health benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401k match, bonuses around christmas time, etc. They will also offer a number of other supplemental benefits such as life insurance.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Brookfield,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
Formulation Chemist
Posted 1 day ago
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We are seeking a skilled formulation chemist to develop and refine chemical formulas for urethanes, epoxies, silicones, coatings, and related materials. This role involves conducting application testing and quality control tests to ensure products meet customer specifications, scaling up production processes, and providing technical support to resolve customer issues.
Responsibilities
+ Develop chemical formulas for urethanes, epoxies, silicones, coatings, and related materials.
+ Perform application testing and quality control tests to ensure products meet customer specifications.
+ Operate application testing equipment such as universal testers, dispersers, viscometers, and durometers.
+ Collaborate with the production team to scale up the production of new or specific formulas.
+ Assist technical support groups in resolving customer issues and providing solutions.
+ Complete technical data sheets detailing the formula, production process, and quality control checks.
+ Manage multiple projects weekly, including formula development and testing applications.
Essential Skills
+ Experience in formulation chemistry, particularly with urethanes, epoxies, and silicones.
+ Ability to develop formulas for larger applications such as tires, molds, and castings.
+ Skill in scaling up formulas into production and setting quality control parameters.
+ Competence in troubleshooting technical issues during manufacturing processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Knowledge of foam technology and coatings chemistry.
+ Experience in physical chemistry blending and product development.
+ Understanding of toluene diisocyanate.
Work Environment
The role involves working in a chemistry lab to develop formulas using various instrumentation, as well as performing administrative tasks in the office related to each project. The position operates on a 1st shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30/4:30 p.m., and requires collaboration with every level of the organization.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.
This company will offer a variety of benefits including health benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401k match, bonuses around christmas time, etc. They will also offer a number of other supplemental benefits such as life insurance.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Brookfield,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.