Formulations- Research Associate

Stratacuity: Proven Scientific Placement; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 49,600 - 74,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading scientific placement firm in Cambridge, MA seeks a Scientist for formulation development and drug product characterization. You will work on physical and chemical characterization, data analysis, and collaborate across teams. Ideal candidates have a B.Sc. in Chemistry and experience with analytical tools. This role offers a contract employment type and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience for B.Sc. or 0–2 years for M.S.
• Hands-on experience with various analytical tools.
• Understanding of solid oral dosage forms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct characterization of drug products.
• Monitor stability studies for formulation optimization.
• Develop in-vitro performance methods.

Skills

Analytical tools

Strong communication

Project management

Education

B.Sc. in Chemistry or related field

M.S. in relevant field

Tools

HPLC

DSC

TGA

SEM

PXRD

Particle sizing

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Stratacuity: Proven Scientific Placement

Account Executive at Stratacuity: Proven Scientific Placement

Formulations- Research Associate

Location: Onsite (Cambridge, MA)

Focus: Formulation Sciences & Pharmaceutical Development

Overview

Seeking a motivated Scientist to support drug product characterization and formulation development for small molecule therapeutics. This role involves hands-on testing, data analysis, and collaboration across Formulation and Pharmaceutical Sciences teams to ensure optimal drug product performance and stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct physical and chemical characterization of drug products and intermediates
• Monitor in-house stability studies to support formulation selection and optimization
• Develop and execute in-vitro performance methods for drug product evaluation
• Analyze and present scientific data across internal departments
• Document experimental work in ELN, author technical reports, and review external partner data

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of experience, or M.S. with 0–2+ years
• Hands-on experience with analytical tools (HPLC, dissolution, DSC, TGA, SEM, PXRD, particle sizing)
• Strong understanding of solid oral dosage forms and small molecule characterization
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Clear communicator and effective team player with strong organizational skills

About Stratacuity:

Whether you are seeking a career change or simply interested in becoming part of our network, you will appreciate the ethics guiding each Stratacuity team member. We build lasting relationships with exceptional biopharmaceutical talent and take great care to protect your personal information. Upon receiving your inquiry, you may be directly contacted by a Stratacuity team member to discuss your career goals. We will not share your information with anyone without your direct prior consent.

Stratacuity is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stratacuity will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact us.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Research

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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