Formulation Scientist, Biologics Development

Merida Biosciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Merida Biosciences is seeking a Scientist, Formulation Development to join our Technical Operations team. You will design, develop, and optimize formulations for biologic drug candidates, collaborating with Analytical Development and Process Development to ensure robust stability and manufacturability.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with protein formulations and analytical tools, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced biotech startup

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience developing formulations for biologics or protein therapeutics, including stability studies and formulation screening.
• Experience with stability studies, formulation screening, and in-use compatibility work.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot instruments and interpret data to identify trends and gaps.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute formulation development studies for biologic drug candidates.
• Develop stable liquid and lyophilized formulations for preclinical and clinical development.
• Run stability studies, formulation screens, and in-use compatibility assessments.
• Author laboratory protocols, technical reports, and development documentation.
• Present data and project updates to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

PhD (0–3 years)

MS (6+ years)

BS (8+ years)

Tools

HPLC

Biacore/SPR

nanoDSF

cIEF

UV-Vis

Job description

Merida Biosciences is seeking a Scientist, Formulation Development to join our Technical Operations team. You will design, develop, and optimize formulations for biologic drug candidates, collaborating with Analytical Development and Process Development to ensure robust stability and manufacturability.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with protein formulations and analytical tools, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced biotech startup