Material Scientist I/II — Process & Particle Characterization

Boehringer Ingelheim; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Scientist I/II to execute manufacturing and characterization studies in support of drug product development. You will set up unit operation parameters for multiple processes and troubleshoot critical issues to ensure timely progress.

The role requires characterizing drug product performance with spectroscopic methods, maintaining instruments, and ensuring safety, quality, and proper documentation in a collaborative, timeline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with unit operations in pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing and related particulate characterization.
• Bulk powder characterization (bulk density, particle size, flow) is essential.
• Spectroscopic analysis using IR, near-IR, and Raman is preferred.
• Attention to detail and strong written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a timeline-driven team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Execute pharmaceutical manufacturing and characterization studies to support drug product development.
• Set up unit operation parameters for various processes and ensure successful batch completion.
• Characterize drug product performance (flow, particle sizing, hardness, disintegration) with spectroscopic methods.
• Maintain and calibrate manufacturing instruments; uphold lab safety and compliance; document activities.

Skills

Unit operations experience

Powder characterization

Spectroscopic techniques

Team collaboration

Safety/compliance awareness

Education

BS or MS in Chemical/Material Eng or Physics/Chemistry

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Scientist I/II to execute manufacturing and characterization studies in support of drug product development. You will set up unit operation parameters for multiple processes and troubleshoot critical issues to ensure timely progress.

The role requires characterizing drug product performance with spectroscopic methods, maintaining instruments, and ensuring safety, quality, and proper documentation in a collaborative, timeline-driven environment.