Principal Scientist, Oral Formulation Sciences
MerckRahway, NJ · full time · Lead / Staff / Principal
$173,200 – $272,600
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What this role is
Lead formulation and drug delivery technology development for new pharmaceutical compounds from early clinical stages through commercial manufacturing. This role suits experienced pharmaceutical scientists with expertise in formulation science who want to drive innovation while building technical capabilities and mentoring teams within a matrix organization.
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Skills this role names
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Data Analysis
- Design of Experiments (DOE)
- Manufacturing Processes
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What they ask for
Required
- Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related discipline with 8+ years industry experience (or equivalent education and experience)
- Lead formulation development in matrix teams to define robust formulation and manufacturing processes
- Extensive experience with conventional and novel drug product technologies
- Broad knowledge of formulation science including excipient attributes and formulation-process interplay
- Ability to independently design, execute and lead complex experiments and data analysis
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Nice to have
- Prior experience leading development projects at enterprise level
- Strong mentoring capabilities to build individuals and teams
- Recognized subject matter expert in multiple drug delivery and/or manufacturing technologies
- Demonstrated ability to identify and address manufacturing challenges through novel production technologies
- Ability to apply principles of physical/organic chemistry, physical pharmacy and materials science to pharmaceutical development problems