Formulation Chemist

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Job description

Formulator:

• Title: Formulation Chemist
• Location: Largo, FL
• Industry: Pharmaceutical
• Salary: Based on Experience
• Employment Type: Direct Placement

Primary Purpose:
Formulator will have responsibilities for the design, development, testing and implementation of new formulations from initial concept through production; troubleshooting/resolving, adjusting or reformulating existing formulas as needed. This individual must have extensive cGMP experience and FDA and ICH Guidance experience. Must be able to provide leadership and mentoring to I&D Interns, Associates, and Formulator I(s).
Responsibilities:

• Supports efforts to brainstorm new customer concepts based on personal experience, market insights, competitive position, online research, technology/market trends, etc.
• Prepares samples for customer evaluation or for use by Marketing, Project Management, Engineering, QC/QA.
• Works to proactively prioritize multiple projects/workloads, effectively anticipate/manage resource gaps and deliver on agreed-to timelines.
• Develops new products to meet customer requirements per assigned projects.
• Develops new product ideas for presentation to Marketing for future consideration in customer innovation events.
• Accurately records raw data and analyzes, as well as calculates and interprets the results. Ensures all documentation produced is in compliance with cGMP standards.
• Actively assists in the troubleshooting of off-target batches in the I&D Lab.
• Prepares protocols for both formal and informal stability testing.
• Communicates effectively in verbal and written form on research results and plans.
• Develops working relationships with vendors and attends vendor meetings.
• Maintains raw material supply in I&D laboratory including but not limited to: vendor sample inventory, in-house sample inventory.
• Promotes cGMP and safety practices throughout the facility.
• Promotes continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrates initiative in handling responsibilities.
• Attends project meetings and prepares project updates.
• Recognizes OOS or out of trend results and assists in the completion of lab investigations.
• Reads and understands SDSs for all raw materials they will be working with.
• Responsible and accountable for compliance with all aspects of the company's Health and Safety policies, and Safe Work Procedures.
• Works to identify more efficient ways of working and shares ideas with management.
• Participates in other activities as assigned by the I&D Manager or VP of I&D.
• Prepare and present technical presentations

Qualification:

• Responsible for contributing to audit readiness and for assisting in quality audits with FDA, other Regulatory Agencies, and customers, as needed.
• Advanced knowledge of various analytical equipment and techniques utilized in an analytical laboratory including but not limited to pH, viscosity, specific gravity, infrared spectroscopy, HPLC, GC, atomic absorption.
• Working knowledge of FDA regulation for drug/device especially for the lab.
• Knowledge of chemical safety and personal protective equipment.
• Proficient in approaches to aerosol and/or emulsion blending, chemistry and troubleshooting.
• Ability to use a personal computer and peripheral equipment to accurately enter an analyze data and produce reports.
• Demonstrated ability to represent the I&D technical function in cross functional team meetings.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, productively and proceed with objectives without supervision.
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced-sometimes rapidly shifting environment and quickly establish priorities. Ability to concentrate in such an environment and perform quality work.
• Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems.
• Communicates effectively in verbal and written form on projects and research results.
• Contributes to for overall lab safety, organization, cleanliness, calibration, and maintenance.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Education and/or Training

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or appropriate discipline with 5+ years related experience in the personal care or pharmaceutical industry.
• OR MS in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent with 3+ years related experience in a pharmaceutical industry a strong plus.

SRG offers flexible staffing solutions with a national presence. We provide contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire and executive search services. SRG utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the Staffing industry, featuring a cutting-edge platform that allows us to match professionals rapidly and precisely to client requirements. We have a proprietary database of over one million candidates and maintain continuous contact with our qualified talent.

EOE/ADA

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Aerosol: 1 year (Preferred)
• pharma or personal care: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location