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Assistant Scientist - I

The Fountain Group LLC

  • Rahway, NJ
  • 6 days ago

    Highlights

    The scientist will design and execute experiments, prepare and evaluate formulation compositions, support sterile processing activities, analyze experimental data, and document results. Perform formulation characterization and analytical testing, including pH, osmolality, viscosity, particle-size measurements, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), and HPLC.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationRahway, NJ
    IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
    Company Size500 to 999 employees
    Websitehttps://www.thefountaingroup.com/

    Description

    Details for the position are as follows:
    • $32.14 an hour
    • Location: Rahway, NJ – 100% onsite
    • 1 year contract to start with the possibility of extension or conversion depending on performance and business needs
    Job Description:
    • The Formulation Scientist will provide hands-on laboratory support to the Sterile Formulation Sciences team in Rahway, NJ. This role will focus on the development of sterile pharmaceutical products, with an emphasis on formulation development, process development, laboratory execution, and formulation characterization.
    • The scientist will design and execute experiments, prepare and evaluate formulation compositions, support sterile processing activities, analyze experimental data, and document results. The position will also collaborate with analytical, manufacturing, and other cross-functional scientific teams to support project timelines and development objectives.
    • Design and execute hypothesis-driven formulation and process-development experiments for sterile pharmaceutical products.
    • Prepare formulation buffers and reagents and execute development batches and fill-finish activities using appropriate aseptic techniques and Good Laboratory Practices, as applicable.
    • Support processing of solution and lyophilized formulations and other dosage-form preparation techniques as required.
    • Perform formulation characterization and analytical testing, including pH, osmolality, viscosity, particle-size measurements, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), and HPLC.
    • Support stability and stress studies, analyze experimental data, summarize findings, and document conclusions.
    • Draft, review, and execute protocols supporting laboratory batches and process-development activities.
    • Maintain accurate and contemporaneous documentation in laboratory notebooks, protocols, and technical reports.
    • Support laboratory readiness through equipment care, material preparation, and maintenance of a clean and organized laboratory environment.
    • Collaborate with analytical operations, manufacturing, and other scientific teams to meet project timelines and deliverables.
    • Review and apply relevant scientific literature, methods, and emerging technologies to improve formulation compositions and processes.
    • Perform all laboratory activities safely and in accordance with applicable site procedures and safety policies.
    Required Skills:
    • B.S. or M.S. degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
    • B.S. with 2–3 years of relevant experience OR M.S. with 1–2 years of relevant experience.
    • Excellent hands-on laboratory skills in pharmaceutical formulation, sterile product development, process development, or a related area.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team.
    • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, experimental execution, documentation, and project timelines.
    • Self-driven and motivated to learn new techniques, technologies, and scientific concepts.
    • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional scientific and operational teams.
    Preferred / Desired Experience
    • Experience with biologics and sterile formulation development.
    • Pharmaceutical industry experience in formulation and/or process development.
    • Understanding of formulation and aseptic processing in a non-GMP/GLP development environment.
    • Hands-on experience with process-development and benchtop unit operations, including mixing, pumping, filtration, and lyophilization.
    • Familiarity with biophysical and biochemical analytical techniques such as DLS, DSC, DSF, SDS-PAGE, and UV/Vis.
    • Experience using statistical software such as JMP.
    • Previous experience within the pharmaceutical or biologics industry or prior Client experience.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced laboratory environment and adapt to changing project needs.

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    About Company

    The Fountain Group provides Contingent Labor, Statement-of-Work, and Contingent-to-Permanent resources to clients with an internal/external Contingent Labor Managed Service Program or Clients without a program. The Fountain Group is committed to the belief that we all share in the responsibility to conduct our businesses in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. We base this on the premise that a company is much more than the products it offers. The effect a company has on the environment, the people and the communities it serves reflects the company’s dedication to being not only a good business, but to being a good corporate citizen. The Fountain Group believes the key to servicing a client is to identify the client demand precisely. Therefore, The Fountain Group focused its efforts on building and developing a process, which can identify an exact match for our client’s needs. Our process utilizes modern technology combined with 30+ years of Talent Acquisition experience to deliver Precision resources. Financial strength is prominent among The Fountain Group’s corporate values. The future of our business will be built on the innovation, compassion, outstanding services and technology, but a solid financial foundation is required to carry us forward to meet our business goal and support our long term vision.

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