Research Associate Formulation Scientist

Job Title: Research Associate Formulation Scientist
Location: Lexington, MA 02421
Duration: 6 months+ (Possible Extension)


Pay Rate: $37.97/hr. on w2
 
TOP SKILLS PER MGR:
1. Experience in preparing injectable formulations for animal studies
2. Experience creating ELN entries and managing formulation requests / workflows
3. Highly communicative and able to quickly solve problems as they arise
 
JOB DESCRIPTION:
About the Department:
Our Research & Development organization brings together the best minds in life science innovation. The teams located in facilities in Lexington, Watertown, Cambridge and Seattle reflect the full R&D continuum, from early research through late-stage clinical development. Here, we are building for the future, creating a distinct R&D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas. We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. Our R&D hub merges biotech speed and agility with large pharmaceutical company quality, resources, and stability, uniting the best of both worlds to develop new medicines for patients.
 
The Position:
Client is seeking a highly motivated formulation scientist to join its Pharmaceutical Research Sciences department in Lexington, Massachusetts. The candidate will be responsible for the formulation and characterization of peptides, proteins, small molecules, and bioconjugates.
Relationships:
This position reports to the Head of Pharmaceutical Formulation Sciences. Internal relationships include project teams and research colleagues in Lexington MA. Individual Contributor: does not manage other employees or contingent workers.
 
Essential Functions:

• Prepare peptide and protein injectable formulations for in vitro and in vivo studies including selection of buffers, excipients, surfactants and conducting the relevant biophysical characterization and stability studies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the selected dosage form meets the desired biophysical and biochemical profile and contribute to early screening strategies and execution
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab instruments such as biophysical and analytical characterization equipment
• Conduct laboratory work in a safe, efficient manner that ensures a safe working environment for colleagues

 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required. Degree within subject matter expertise (biological, biochemical, or pharmacological sciences) preferred
• 2+ years’ relevant technical experience required
• Strong knowledge and expertise in biophysical characterization and injectable formulation development
• Experience with spectroscopy, calorimetry, light scattering, and other biophysical methods for peptide and protein injectable formulations is a plus
• Proficient in data analysis and interpretation for drawing conclusions and making recommendations
• Experience in managing projects and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Excellent scientific communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders effectively
• Strong attention to detail and ability to document experimental work with electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN)
• General knowledge of cGMP, GLP, and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical industries a plus.

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