Development Scientist Job

DEVELOPMENT SCIENTIST needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh's client located in Parsippany, NJ.

THE BIG PICTURE:

The Development Scientist supports new product development by developing formulations and/or providing analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of the development process, taking into account scientific and timing objectives. This individual would have various levels of involvement in development and validation of in-vitro models, development and validation of analytical method and development and scale-up of conventional and non-conventional solid, semi-solid and other formulations. Focus on preformulation and familiarity/expertise on select preformulation techniques.

TOP SKILLS YOU SHOULD POSSESS:

- Developing formulations
- Knowledge of R issues reports at project milestones; writes invention records to protect scientific discoveries.
- Sets and resets priorities to remain focused on objectives in rapidly changing circumstances.
- Ensures all work is conducted in accordance with written procedures (eg quality and safety), methods & batch documents, etc.
- Identify, challenge, develop and implement written procedures (eg quality and safety), methods & batch documents, etc.
- Ensures all work is conducted following good scientific practice (always) and Good Manufacturing Practice (where required).
- Takes responsibility for specific equipment in accordance with site procedures.
- Produces or contributes to, departmental quality documentation (including SOP's, batch documentation, validation protocols & reports).
- Highlights own training needs and working with manager develop a training plan and achieve training goals.
- Trains self and others in new technology and laboratory responsibilities (including coaching, mentoring and elements of personal development).
- Conducts general problem solving or lead problem solving initiatives using formal procedures.
- Specific safety and quality responsibilities for department and site (eg GMP, Audits, Health and Safety).
- Responsible for the development and implementation of the technical transfer of methods or processes.
- Develops knowledge of regulations impacting areas of work (eg EP/USP/ICH)
- Works with Outsourcing Leader and/or Senior Development Scientists and contractors to help facilitate completion of outsourced support activity

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO THE TABLE:

- BS, MS or Ph.D. degree in Chemical, Pharmaceutical or related science
- Ability to apply scientific principles and techniques to assigned projects.
- Knowledge of R&D process and associated commercial environment.
- Clear communicator in both oral and written form with both internal departments and external organizations.
- Demonstrates ability to take initiative, think and work independently, problem-solve, work effectively in teams, and multitask.
- An ability to organize and report study data from internal and external sources.
- Flair for creativity and innovation
- Familiarity with advanced analytical techniques such as Mass spectroscopy and have working experience with conventional analytical techniques such as HPLC and GC
- Familiarity/expertise on pre-formulation techniques such as DSC, TGA, TAM, DVS, particle size determination, microscopy etc.
- Computer literate.
- Basic understanding of statistics and its application to experimental work.

OPPORTUNITY IS CALLING, APPLY NOW!

RECRUITER: Hannah Cihlar

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