Early Formulations Scientist

Eurofins PSS is seeking a highly motivated scientist to support the clients Early Formulation Science and Drug Delivery group. The candidate will work directly on a client site in Cambridge MA and the role requires daily onsite presence five (5) days per week.

This position will collaborate directly with group project leads and in some cases client Pharmacology/Biology scientists. This scientist will support the development of stage-appropriate traditional and enabled formulations for pre-clinical studies. This role will also be responsible for conducting basic in vitro experiments and basic in silico predictions in addition to basic material science and physicochemical properties assessments of early drug candidates. This role includes both laboratory measurements and basic data interpretation to inform bio-performance and stability risks for development of oral small molecule drug candidates.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prediction and experimental evaluation of physicochemical properties of potential small molecule drug candidates (solubility and chemical/physical properties)
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of fit for purpose standard and enabled formulations for preclinical studies (oral subcutaneous intravenous etc)
• Perform dissolution / precipitation/ flux studies of drugs in biorelevant conditions
• Support laboratory experiments for novel research efforts in the area of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics.

Qualifications :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• MS with 2-4 years of experience or BS with 3-6 years of experience in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Physical Chemistry Physics Physical Organic Chemistry Pharmaceutics or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
• Experience working independently and collaboratively in a laboratory environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in conducting hypothesis driven laboratory experiments and detailed capture of experimental details and observations in electronic laboratory notebook systems.
• Experience with application of fundamental principles of general chemistry
• Experience with basic data structuring and capture
• Experience with basic AI prompting
• Experience with formulation design for preclinical studies
• Strong organizational skills interpersonal skills teamwork skills strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and activities while managing tight timelines

Additional Information :

The position is full-time Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable range of Cambridge MA are encouraged to apply. 

• Comp: $32-36/hr
• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time