Liquidia is deeply passionate and committed to the discovery, engineering, and development required to bring novel therapies to patients who need them most, and to the healthcare providers who care for them. Our current drive is toward improving the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). We will continue to combine our proprietary, innovative PRINT® Technology with new and established medications, offering the potential for both better precision and improved clinical outcomes. Our team members include some of the industry’s top scientists, clinicians, business strategists, engineers, and pharmaceutical executives. We work together to help people lead longer, healthier, and happier lives.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Principal / Principal Scientist is laboratory-based role. for the QC laboratory conducts laboratory analysis of raw materials, manufacturing tools, drug product intermediates, and finished product. The Senior Principal / Principal Scientist serves as a subject matter expert for specific tests and equipment used in the laboratory and also supports development of PRINT® technology towards future products and contributes to maintaining a cGMP compliant laboratory. 

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design and development of novel analytical tools and applications.
• Lead strategic technical efforts within the Quality Control Department.
• Execute laboratory testing independently according to established methods and specifications.
• Mentor junior employees in scientific methodology and specific requirements of relevant test methods.
• May be responsible for supervision of junior technical personnel.
• Document experiments in laboratory notebooks and in appropriate quality systems in accordance with CGMP.
• Perform technical review of fellow team members’ laboratory documentation.
• Attend, and actively participate in team meetings.
• May be responsible for maintenance, calibration, and lifecycle management of laboratory equipment and systems.
• Independently author quality system documentation in response to unexpected results or when required to implement new testing or documentation procedures.
• May be responsible for execution across multiple functional areas.
• May be responsible for independent internal and/or external communication

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Ph.D. in a scientific field with 5 years’ experience, OR
• M.S. degree in a scientific field with 8 years’ experience, OR
• B.S. degree in a scientific field with 15 years’ experience.
• Must have experience in a CGMP pharmaceutical analytical laboratory, with a preference for quality control supporting commercial manufacturing. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong CGMP documentation skills are required.
• Experience authoring and editing quality system documents.
• Experience with Process Analytical Technology (PAT) is preferred.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation including procurement, troubleshooting, and qualification/validation is preferred.
• Must be a detail-oriented person with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Benefits:

Liquidia offers a competitive compensation package (base salary and commission) as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, 401(k) Savings Retirement Plan, ESPP, Unlimited Paid Time Off and more!

Liquidia is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Recruiting Agencies, Please Note: 

Liquidia will not accept unsolicited assistance from recruiting/search agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by recruiting or search agencies to any employee at Liquidia via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search/recruitment agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Liquidia. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Liquidia as a result of the referral or through other means.