Highlights
The selected candidate will contribute to the design, preparation, testing, analysis, and documentation of formulation compositions and process definitions while collaborating with cross-functional scientific and operational partners. Prepare common formulation buffers, reagents, and execute development batches/fill finish in appropriate containers using appropriate aseptic techniques and Good Laboratory Practices, as applicable.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Rahway, NJ |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1956 |
| Website | https://nescoresource.com/ |
Description
Minimum Education Requirements
B.S. or M.S. degree, or equivalent, in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related field is required.
Experience:
Bachelor's with 2–3 years or master's with 1–2 years of experience.
Required Skills and Experience
Excellent hands-on laboratory skills in pharmaceutical formulation, sterile product development, process development, or a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-driven, independent, meticulous in execution, organized, attentive to timelines, and motivated to learn.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and interface with cross-functional scientific professionals.
Desired Skills and Experience
Experience with biologics and sterile formulation.
Pharmaceutical industry experience in formulation and/or process development.
Understanding of formulation and aseptic processes in a non-GMP/GLP environment.
Experience with process development and benchtop unit operations, including mixing, pumping, filtration, and lyophilization.
Familiarity with additional biophysical or biochemical analytical methods such as DLS, DSC, DSF, SDS-PAGE, or UV/Vis.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing project needs.
Statistical software such as JMP
Previous pharmaceutical, biologics, or *** experience
Position Details: This is a one-year, on-site role in Rahway, New Jersey.
Responsibilities
The Formulation Scientist will provide hands-on support to the *** Sterile Formulation Sciences team at the Rahway site. The primary focus of the position will be project work supporting sterile pharmaceutical product development, with emphasis on formulation composition, process development, and laboratory execution. The selected candidate will contribute to the design, preparation, testing, analysis, and documentation of formulation compositions and process definitions while collaborating with cross-functional scientific and operational partners.
Primary Responsibilities
Design and execute hypothesis-driven formulation and process-development experiments for sterile pharmaceutical products.
Prepare common formulation buffers, reagents, and execute development batches/fill finish in appropriate containers using appropriate aseptic techniques and Good Laboratory Practices, as applicable.
Support processing activities for solution or lyophilized formulations, or other dosage-form preparation techniques as required.
Conduct formulation characterization and selected analytical studies, including pH, osmolality, viscosity, particle-size measurements, dynamic light scattering, and HPLC.
Support stability and stress studies; analyze data, summarize findings, and document conclusions in laboratory notebooks, protocols, and technical reports.
Draft, review, and execute protocols supporting laboratory batches and process-development activities.
Maintain clear, accurate, and contemporaneous laboratory records.
Support laboratory readiness through equipment care, material preparation, and maintenance of a clean and organized working environment.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including analytical operations, manufacturing, and other scientific teams, to meet project timelines and deliverables.
Continuously learn and apply relevant literature, methods, and technologies to improve formulation compositions and processes.
Perform all work safely and in compliance with applicable site procedures and safety policies.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
B.S. or M.S. degree, or equivalent, in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related field is required.
Experience:
Bachelor's with 2–3 years or master's with 1–2 years of experience.
Required Skills and Experience
Excellent hands-on laboratory skills in pharmaceutical formulation, sterile product development, process development, or a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-driven, independent, meticulous in execution, organized, attentive to timelines, and motivated to learn.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and interface with cross-functional scientific professionals.
Desired Skills and Experience
Experience with biologics and sterile formulation.
Pharmaceutical industry experience in formulation and/or process development.
Understanding of formulation and aseptic processes in a non-GMP/GLP environment.
Experience with process development and benchtop unit operations, including mixing, pumping, filtration, and lyophilization.
Familiarity with additional biophysical or biochemical analytical methods such as DLS, DSC, DSF, SDS-PAGE, or UV/Vis.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing project needs.
Statistical software such as JMP
Previous pharmaceutical, biologics, or *** experience
Position Details: This is a one-year, on-site role in Rahway, New Jersey.
Responsibilities
The Formulation Scientist will provide hands-on support to the *** Sterile Formulation Sciences team at the Rahway site. The primary focus of the position will be project work supporting sterile pharmaceutical product development, with emphasis on formulation composition, process development, and laboratory execution. The selected candidate will contribute to the design, preparation, testing, analysis, and documentation of formulation compositions and process definitions while collaborating with cross-functional scientific and operational partners.
Primary Responsibilities
Design and execute hypothesis-driven formulation and process-development experiments for sterile pharmaceutical products.
Prepare common formulation buffers, reagents, and execute development batches/fill finish in appropriate containers using appropriate aseptic techniques and Good Laboratory Practices, as applicable.
Support processing activities for solution or lyophilized formulations, or other dosage-form preparation techniques as required.
Conduct formulation characterization and selected analytical studies, including pH, osmolality, viscosity, particle-size measurements, dynamic light scattering, and HPLC.
Support stability and stress studies; analyze data, summarize findings, and document conclusions in laboratory notebooks, protocols, and technical reports.
Draft, review, and execute protocols supporting laboratory batches and process-development activities.
Maintain clear, accurate, and contemporaneous laboratory records.
Support laboratory readiness through equipment care, material preparation, and maintenance of a clean and organized working environment.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including analytical operations, manufacturing, and other scientific teams, to meet project timelines and deliverables.
Continuously learn and apply relevant literature, methods, and technologies to improve formulation compositions and processes.
Perform all work safely and in compliance with applicable site procedures and safety policies.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Employee Referral Program
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