Research Scientist

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Job description

Research Scientist - Contract - Summit, NJ

The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

A Global Biopharmaceutical Company is seeking a Research Scientist in Summit, NJ.

Role Description

PhD graduates with a desire to be part of a drug product development team responsible for oral solid dose formulation and process development. Experience in solid oral formulation development, dissolution, HPLC, and material characterization (such as thermal analysis, spectroscopy, PXRD, etc.) is required. Solid academic credentials demonstrating independent thinking and problem solving. Good verbal and written communication skills; good problem-solving capabilities; and good organizational skills.

Skills & Requirements

The successful candidate will be responsible for formulation development activities with emphasis on in-house lab & pilot scale development of the formulation and process for oral solid drug product development of small molecule candidates
* Serve as a member of a team of formulation development scientists and engineers
* Participate in formulation development project and work in an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers.
* Support formulation design & process development of oral solid dosage drug products
* Support the transfer of formulation and process to scale-up and tech transfer groups and to CRO/CMOs
* Responsible for hands on laboratory and pilot plant work, data analysis, and present findings at team meetings
* Responsible for analytical testing of drug product including solid state and material characterization studies
* Write reports, memo's, create project database files, and support regulatory filing activities
* PhD graduates with 2-5 years in Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Material Science. Experience in small molecule drug product development is preferred.

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the Information Technology industry and market trends . Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

Additionally, this position is a contract role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental or vision benefits.

* Medical
* Dental
* Vision
* 401K
* Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)

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Hays is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.