Senior Development Scientist

Job Title: Senior Development Scientist – Oral Solid Dose (OSD)Company: United Pharma TechnologiesLocation: Richmond, VAEmployment Type: Contract

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Job Responsibilities:Lead formulation design and development using scientific principles, Quality by Design (QbD), and material science.Develop prototypes, optimize formulations, and establish a Design Space through structured scientific experimentation.Evaluate interactions between Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), excipients, and process parameters to develop robust formulation strategies.Develop formulations using direct compression, wet granulation, dry granulation, and continuous manufacturing processes based on project requirements.Plan, execute, and interpret Design of Experiments (DoE) to understand critical material attributes and critical process parameters.Apply root cause analysis to investigate and resolve formulation and process failures.Perform or interpret raw material and blend characterization, including particle size distribution (PSD), microscopy, rheology, compatibility, moisture sorption, and compressibility.Design scalable manufacturing processes and collaborate with site technical teams to support technology transfer and knowledge transfer.Prepare technical protocols, reports, and regulatory documentation, including Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) Module 3 documentation.Partner with Analytical, Quality, and Regulatory teams to ensure technical alignment throughout product development.Present scientific findings at internal Research and Development (R&D) forums and external meetings.Independently develop and communicate scientific conclusions, recommendations, and next steps.Keep matrix leaders informed of project progress, scientific findings, and ongoing activities.Support the development and scale-up of existing Oral Solid Dose (OSD) products while ensuring product quality, performance, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance.
Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical development, formulation science, or Oral Solid Dose (OSD) product development.Strong understanding of formulation development, material characterization, and pharmaceutical process understanding.Experience with scientific experimentation, formulation optimization, and data analysis.Strong problem-solving, analytical, and scientific communication skills.Ability to independently interpret experimental results and provide technical recommendations.Ability to collaborate effectively and influence cross-functional teams.
Pay Scale:Hourly pay rate: $40/hr
Benefits:Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third-party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.Retirement Benefits: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided. xzbcwsv Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO is provided other than that required by applicable state and local laws.