Scientist I, Pharmaceutical Product Development

Serán is seeking a Scientist I supporting Product Development  who will support the formulation and design of pharmaceutical drug under the guidance of senior team members. A typical project requires defining the drug delivery and product design challenges, developing prototypes that address the challenges, and evaluating prototype performance. The successful candidate will pair a strong fundamental understanding of physical chemistry and material science with aptitude for hands-on execution, hypothesis-driven experimental design, and data analysis. The Scientist will collaborate with experts in process development and analytical sciences to form a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary project team that consistently meets milestones and objectives.

• Follows written protocols to execute basic and advanced procedures such as analytical protocols, laboratory experiments, or manufacturing processes
• Develops experimental protocols and templates with guidance
• Identifies out of trend data and proposes hypothesis and next steps with guidance
• Summarizes, reports, and analyzes data to draw conclusions with guidance
• Contributes to laboratory, instrument, and/or equipment maintenance and coordination
• Communicates technical information to internal team
• Communicates technical information to external partners with guidance
• Participates as technical lead in project teams with guidance
• Contributes to technical reports and presentations with guidance
• Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Scientific curiosity and willingness to learn
• Experience with basic laboratory skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Communicates effectively and maintains productive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other contacts outside the company
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams
• Accepts and addresses feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict

• B.S. or higher in Science or Engineering discipline
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Motor skills required for basic laboratory operations (pouring liquids, using utensils to transfer powders, visual assessments)

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• Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.