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Principal Research Scientist

YOH Services LLC
Westfield, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/12/2026
Yoh is hiring a Principal Research Scientist for our Biotechnology client in Indianapolis, Indiana.

This role requires deep understanding of injectables (analytical, formulation, drug product process) as it relates to the vial and combination product and will be a key contributor for later stage clinical trials.

Job Functions:
  • Characterize biologic molecules using advanced techniques to monitor stability and degradation pathways.
  • Design and execute formulation strategies for liquid parenteral drug products.
  • Participate in the technical integration of injectable formulations with device delivery systems.
  • Train/Mentor junior scientists, lead matrixed project teams, and collaborate closely with Device, Quality, and Regulatory departments. Qualifications
  • Scale-up and transfer of drug product manufacturing processes to clinical and commercial CMO/CDMO sites.
  • Author and review high-quality technical reports, protocols, patents, and CMC modules for IND/BLA regulatory submissions.

Education and Experience Qualifications:
  • PhD or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a highly related scientific discipline.
  • 10 years of progressive industrial experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sector with late-stage deliverables.
  • Experience in developing sterile injectable dosage forms from early stage to commercialization.
  • Experience developing and evaluating drug-device combination products under relevant design controls.
  • Success developing and transferring injectable drug product processes.
  • Strong technical writing capability and a proven ability to effectively work with internal and external teams.



Estimated Min Rate: $150,000.00
Estimated Max Rate: $170,000.00


What's In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20 hours per week)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20 hours per week)
  • Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20 hours per week)
  • MetLife Voluntary Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
  • Referral Bonus Programs
  • Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

 

Salary : $150,000 - $170,000

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