Formulation Development Co-Op

Bayer CropScience Limited; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO

Job summary

Bayer CropScience Limited in Morristown, NJ is seeking a Formulation Development Co-Op to support formulation strategy execution and hands-on lab work. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze data, and contribute to innovation in pharmaceutical sciences and drug delivery.

The role emphasizes experimental execution, data interpretation, and preparation of technical reports, with opportunities to participate in development plans and project presentations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy, Drug Delivery, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Ability to commit to a six-month Co-op assignment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute formulation development strategy for assigned projects.
• Perform hands-on laboratory experiments and formulation development activities.
• Analyze data and prepare summary reports of testing and characterization.
• Write and review development plans and technical reports.
• Present project summaries to cross-functional teams.
• Interact regularly with formulation team and Development Center members.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking under deadlines

Computer proficiency

Education

Master's or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Pharmacy/Drug Delivery/Chemical Engineering

Tools

DOE software

Modeling & Simulation tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice.

Formulation Development Co-Op

POSITION PURPOSE

This position offers an exciting opportunity to support formulation development activities within a collaborative pharmaceutical development environment. The successful candidate will contribute to formulation strategy execution, conduct laboratory experiments, analyze and interpret data, and support innovation initiatives across multiple projects. Through hands-on laboratory work and collaboration with cross-functional teams, this role provides valuable experience in pharmaceutical sciences, drug delivery, formulation development, and product innovation.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute formulation development strategy for assigned projects;
• Perform hands-on laboratory experiments and formulation development activities;
• Solve technical problems through the application of scientific knowledge and creative thinking;
• Conduct pre-formulation activities and material characterization of APIs and excipients;
• Conduct testing of physical attributes of formulation compositions, prototypes, and new products;
• Analyze and interpret data generated from testing and characterization activities and prepare summary reports;
• Support the formulation team through literature searches and technical reviews;
• Present project summaries to formulation and cross-functional teams;
• Write and review development plans and technical reports;
• Participate in and contribute to innovation activities;
• Interact regularly with members of the formulation team and other functional groups within the Development Center;

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required

• Currently pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy, Drug Delivery, Chemical Engineering, or a related field;
• Ability to commit to a six-month Co-op assignment;
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently on multiple projects under aggressive timelines;
• Strong computer and digital skills, including Microsoft Office applications, DOE software, modeling, and simulation tools;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn;
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to think outside the box;

Preferred

• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and data analysis;
• Hands-on laboratory experience in a research or development environment.

Employees can expect to be paid an hourly rate of approximately between $22.75 to $47.75. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits may include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. (if relevant). This salary (or salary range) is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least March 19, 2027.

Location: United States : New Jersey : Morristown

Division: Consumer Health

Reference Code: 880384

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