Early-Clinical Biologics Formulation Research Associate I

Planet Pharma; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma is seeking a proactive Biologics Formulation and Process Development candidate in Foster City, CA. You will contribute to developing formulation and drug product processes for biologics to support toxicology and early clinical studies.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work with HPLC, UV-Vis, CE-SDS, ICIEF, data documentation, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-moving environment. Growth opportunities and strong training are offered.

Qualifications

• MS in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields; BS with 2+ years in biologics CMC development.
• Hands-on experience with biologic products is strongly preferred.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-moving, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experiments and activities to support formulation and drug product process development work packages.
• With guidance, operate scientific equipment and tools such as HPLCs, UV-Vis, CE-SDS, ICIEF.
• Document data in lab notebooks, reports, protocols, etc.
• Analyze, interpret, and present data from experiments; prepare reports and memos.
• Support lean-agile mindset, matrix working, and continuous improvement.
• Assist key project stakeholders to ensure company objectives are met.
• Identify variances and report inconsistent results to manager.

Skills

Biologics experience

Lab data analysis

Communication

Education

MS in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields; BS with 2+ years of experience

Tools

HPLC

UV-Vis

CE-SDS

ICIEF

Job description

Planet Pharma is seeking a proactive Biologics Formulation and Process Development candidate in Foster City, CA. You will contribute to developing formulation and drug product processes for biologics to support toxicology and early clinical studies.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work with HPLC, UV-Vis, CE-SDS, ICIEF, data documentation, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-moving environment. Growth opportunities and strong training are offered.