Research Scientist (m/f/d)

Want to start a new career in the exciting field of pharmaceuticals? Are you safety and quality vigilant? Launch a new career with growth opportunities!

SPI Pharma is for you!

SPI Pharma is looking for a Research Scientist to join their team!

Benefits day 1!

401k match of 1:1 for the first 5% contributed plus an additional 5%

Join the small team that is making a big difference!

Who is SPI Pharma?

We are a globally recognized market leader in Pharmaceutical Excipients and Drug Delivery Systems supplying products and formulary solutions to some of the world’s largest pharmaceutical manufacturers.

SPI Pharma is part of Associated British Foods - a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with annual sales of $20B, 137,000 employees and operations in 50 countries across Europe, southern Africa, the Americas, Asia and Australia.

What would I be doing?

The Research Scientist will support the development and understanding of our current Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and excipient systems. Working closely with the Technology Specialist Liaison, R&D teams, and other departments.

This role will help streamline communication and ensure that product and project knowledge is effectively shared across teams.

This role will primarily focus on assisting with production application support, New Product Development (NPD), and facilitating communication between technical and non-technical teams. This position is ideal for an individual eager to grow in technical expertise while developing cross-functional project management skills.

· Assist in product characterization and development studies supporting key API and excipient project initiatives.

· Collaborate with R&D teams and the Technology Specialist Liaison to translate technical data, findings and material knowledge into clear, concise materials for internal teams, such as Technical Development Managers (TDMs) and external customers.

· Support the coordination of assigned NPD activities, including tracking key tasks, timelines, and participating in cross functional discussion as needed to maintain alignment.

What we are the qualifications?

· Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field.

· 3-5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or a similar technical field is preferred, with exposure to product development or process development

· Experience in purification, filtration, or drying processes (e.g., spray drying, freeze drying) within regulated environments is a plus.

· Ability to manage multiple technical workstreams, balancing hands-on activities with documentation and communication needs.

· Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to both technical a non-technical audiences and collaborate effectively across functions.

· Curiosity and adaptability, with the ability to learn new technical areas and contribute in evolving project environments.

· Willingness to travel as needed to customer or vendor sites and company facilities.

What do you offer?

· Site bonus plan eligibility

· Health, dental and vision plans

· 401k plan with 100% company match up to 5%

· 10 PTO days

· 5 Personal Floaters

· And more!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance