Research and Development Pharmacist | Relocation to Houston, TX Welcome

Southend Pharmacy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Southend Pharmacy in Houston, TX is seeking a Research Compounding Pharmacist to develop formulations and build regulatory documentation for a growing 503A compounding operation.

The role involves hands-on lab work in sterile and non-sterile formulations, plus drafting specifications, dosing protocols, and SOPs to support regulatory submissions. Onsite relocation to Houston is required.

Qualifications

• PharmD, BS in Pharmacy, or foreign pharmacy degree with an active Texas pharmacist license
• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in compounding pharmacy, formulation development, or pharmaceutical R&D
• Comfortable with hands-on lab work (compounding, vialing) — not supervisory
• Strong written communication, regulatory-compliant, well-cited clinical documents
• Working knowledge of USP <795>, <797>, <800>
• Willingness to relocate to the Houston area for onsite role

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize sterile and non-sterile formulations across dosage forms
• Support sterile compounding in the clean room with technicians and pharmacists
• Conduct formulation trials, stability studies, and compatibility testing
• Draft and review SOPs and master formulation records (MFRs)
• Support regulatory submissions, audits, and inspections as needed
• Collaborate with operations to transfer formulations into production
• Provide technical guidance and training to pharmacists and technicians
• Evaluate new ingredients, technologies, and equipment
• Contribute to strategic planning for the product pipeline

Skills

Compounding pharmacy

Formulation development

Regulatory writing

Scientific writing

Lab work

Education

PharmD

BS in Pharmacy

Foreign pharmacy degree with Texas license

Tools

Pharmacy management software

Job description

Southend Pharmacy is a modern 503A compounding pharmacy built on clinical precision, operational clarity, and a human‑first approach. Licensed in 35+ states and focused on longevity‑aligned therapeutics, we support providers and their patients with precision in compounding and transparent processes.

About the Role

Southend's R&D / Formulations team is the engine behind our growing longevity and wellness portfolio — from GLP‑1s and peptides to B12/glutathione injectables and a full range of non‑sterile dosage forms. We're looking for a hands‑on Research Compounding Pharmacist ready to develop formulations, build out clinical/regulatory documentation, and grow with a fast‑scaling 503A pharmacy.

Relocation Opportunity – Houston, Texas

We welcome applications from pharmacists across the United States who are interested in relocating to Houston, Texas. If you have experience in compounding pharmacy, pharmaceutical formulation, or research and development and are seeking an opportunity to grow your career within an innovative 503A compounding pharmacy, we encourage you to apply.

This is a full‑time onsite position located in Houston, Texas.

This role partners closely with pharmacy operations, quality, regulatory, and leadership to design safe, compliant, and scalable formulations — spanning both sterile injectables and a wide range of non‑sterile dosage forms (capsules, creams, gels, tablets, troches, rapid‑dissolving tablets, and more). Current products include tirzepatide, semaglutide, B12, glutathione, and an expanding peptide line, with new products launching regularly.

What You'll Do

Formulation & Product Development

• Design, develop, and optimize sterile and non‑sterile formulations across a wide range of dosage forms
• Support sterile compounding in the clean room (vialing, mixing) alongside sterile technicians and pharmacists
• Conduct formulation trials, stability studies, compatibility testing, and feasibility assessments
• Help expand the product portfolio as new peptides and therapeutics come online

Clinical Documentation & Regulatory Writing

• Create clear, clinically sound specification sheets covering common side effects, and contraindications
• Develop well‑referenced dosing protocols for new and existing products, with accurate, properly formatted citations
• Draft and review SOPs and master formulation records (MFRs)
• Support regulatory submissions, internal audits, and inspections as needed

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure all R&D activities comply with USP <795>, <797>, and <800>, FDA guidance, and applicable state regulations

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with operations to transfer formulations into production
• Work with Quality Assurance on investigations, deviations, and CAPAs related to formulations
• Provide technical guidance and training to pharmacists and technicians
• Identify opportunities to improve product quality, efficiency, and scalability
• Evaluate new ingredients, technologies, and equipment
• Contribute to strategic planning for the product pipeline

What We’re Looking For

Required

• PharmD, BS in Pharmacy, or foreign pharmacy degree with an active Texas pharmacist license
• 2–5 years of hands‑on experience in compounding pharmacy, formulation development, or pharmaceutical R&D — ideally at a 503A or 503B pharmacy
• Comfortable with hands‑on lab work (compounding, vialing) — this is not a supervisory or PIC‑level role
• Strong written communication skills: able to produce accurate, regulatory‑compliant, well‑cited clinical documents
• Working knowledge of USP <795>, <797>, and <800>
• Willingness to relocate to the Houston area for this onsite role

Preferred

• Sterile compounding experience strongly preferred; non‑sterile experience highly valued (ideally both)
• Published work or strong scientific/technical writing background
• Board Certification in Sterile Compounding (BCSCP) or equivalent
• Experience with peptides, hormones, injectables, or complex dosage forms
• Familiarity with pharmacy management or compounding software (training provided)

Full benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k) with company match, PTO, flex days, holidays, and more!

Southend Pharmacy is unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Southend Pharmacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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