About the Role
The Senior Formulation Scientist will lead formulation development activities across multiple projects, supporting the advancement of stable drug delivery technologies for biologics. This role requires deep technical expertise in protein chemistry, biophysics, and pharmaceutical sciences, and will collaborate cross-functionally within the R&D organization, Alliance Management, and Senior Management
Key Activities
Design, execute, optimize formulation strategies for biologics (ie. mAbs, LNPs, VLPs, peptides & vaccines – all modalities).
Participate in the assessment of new novel polymers.
Design and optimize formulations for biologics using polymers, surfactants, sugars, and novel excipients across multiple modalities.
Develop a formulation strategy/approach that can be utilized by the research team.
Stability Testing: Plan and execute accelerated and real-time stability studies under ICH and stress conditions.
Analytical Oversight: Interpret analytical data (e.g., DLS, titer assays, particle sizing, degradation profiles) to evaluate formulation performance.
Technical Execution: Conduct hands-on formulation and screening work at the bench with team members supporting the formulation development programs.
Leadership and collaboration Serve as the principal technical lead to tackle challenges associated with stabilization of biologics and exploring alternatives routes of administration.
Foster a collaborative environment through sharing insights and demonstrations of learning and best practices.
Preferred Skills
Expertise in alternative formulation manufacturing techniques, such as lyophilization, films and spray drying.
Experience working with brush polymers.
Experience in small molecule formulation is beneficial but not required.
Proven track record of managing R&D programs.
Education and Experience
Ph.D. with 5+ years or M.S. with 8+ years of industry experience in formulation development.
Extensive experience in novel formulation development for a diverse range of large molecule APIs, including viral vectors and bacterial vaccines, as well as mRNA lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulations, peptides, proteins and mAbs.
Proven industry experience in the development of vaccines and/or other biotherapeutics.
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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