Senior Research Associate, Formulations

Responsibilities

• Executes studies to define formulation components, vehicle, and primary container.
• Operates common biopharmaceutical unit operations such as mixing, dialysis, tangential flow filtration, and sterile filtration.
• Performs in-process characterization such as pH, particle size, encapsulation efficiency measurement etc.
• Conducts troubleshooting and technical investigations as needed.
• Executes experiments to meet agreed upon deliverables and timelines.
• Maintains thorough and detailed electronic lab notebooks and documentation records.
• Supports and participates in R&D and project management meetings.
• Adheres to all laboratory safety requirements and procedures.
• Affords assistance in maintaining general laboratory functionality and lab equipment, including ordering and receiving of lab supplies.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Material Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related scientific discipline with typically 5+ years laboratory experience or M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Material Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related scientific discipline with typically 3+ years laboratory experience (ideally in organic chemical synthesis, nanoparticles, formulation development, nucleic acids, drug delivery).
• Extensive hands-on experience on the analysis and characterization of lipids is preferred.
• Attention to detail and excellent skills in Microsoft Office and data analysis software (e.g., Empower, ChemStation, Chromeleon, etc.) and other applications.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and collaborate effectively with other team members.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to support internal and external communications/presentations.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Regularly required to stand, bend, reach, and work at a laboratory bench for extended periods;
• Occasionally required to lift and move materials or equipment up to 25 lbs;
• Regularly exposed to laboratory chemicals, biological materials, and equipment;
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety protocols.

Benefits

• Company pays full premium for employee + family medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-sponsored 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• 15 days of company paid holidays, including a week off between Christmas and New Year.
• FSA available, including a lifestyle spending account subsidized by company.
• Employee stock option grant and annual performance bonus.

Pay

$110,000 - $130,000, based on experience.

Schedule

At-will employment.