Scientist II PharmDev Formulations

pciservices; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services is seeking a Scientist II to join the Formulation Development team within Pharmaceutical Development. The role emphasizes hands-on experimentation, project leadership, and strategic technical management to support client programs.

You will guide formulation design for small molecules and biologics, mentor junior scientists, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliant, scalable solutions in a fast-paced CDMO environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or higher with pharmaceutical development/CDMO experience.
• Experience with biopharmaceuticals and complex modalities is preferred. This role covers regulatory-compliant formulation development.

Responsibilities

• Leads Formulation Development projects as technical lead and SME for formulation and process design activities.
• Supports more complex Formulation Development projects by collaborating with a senior scientist to achieve milestones
• Executes experiments and analyzes data to meet project milestones with minimal supervision
• Develops phase-appropriate formulation strategies aligned with program objectives and regulatory expectations
• Represents Formulation Development on internal and client-facing calls, providing updates and input
• Demonstrates proficiency in formulation design for small molecules and biologics, including data interpretation
• Develops and optimizes formulations for high-potency compounds and complex modalities
• Supports technology transfer and scale-up as formulation SME
• Performs analytical testing (HPLC/UPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis, UV-Vis, DSC/FDM, etc.) to confirm acceptance criteria
• Troubleshoots formulation/analytical/process challenges and proposes corrective actions
• Maintains instruments/calibration and classroom cleanliness
• Authors/ reviews SOPs and controlled documents; provides training and mentorship
• Collaborates with Manufacturing Technical Services and Operations, as well as client teams

Skills

Analytical development

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Advanced Degree (PhD) in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields with 0-3 years' experience in pharmaceutical development or CDMO industry

BS/MS in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields with 5+ years' experience in pharmaceutical development or CDMO industry

Tools

LabX

Empower

SmartSheets

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/SharePoint)

Job description

Summary of Objective

The Scientist II position is a key collaborator of the Formulation Development team in Pharmaceutical Development department within a fast‑paced, expanding CDMO. This job will require both support and leadership in hands‑on experimentation, testing, and strategic technical project management to support clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads Formulation Development projects for various modalities, serving as the technical lead and SME for formulation and process design activities.
• Supports more complex Formulation Development projects as a collaborator, working with a senior scientist to achieve project milestones
• Executes and analyze experiments to achieve project milestones without supervision.
• Develops and implements phase-appropriate formulation development strategies aligned with program objectives and regulatory expectations.
• Acts as a Formulation Development representative on internal and client‑facing project calls, providing technical updates and strategic input.
• Demonstrates proficiency in formulation design for both small molecules and biologics, analytical data interpretation and trending.
• Develops and optimizes formulations for high‑potency compounds, including antibody‑drug conjugates (ADCs) and other complex modalities.
• Supports technology transfer activities and assists in scale‑up or manufacturing transitions as a formulation SME.
• Performs analytical testing within Pharmaceutical Development laboratory to support formulation development, such as HPLC/UPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis, UV‑Vis spectroscopy, FlowCam, Karl Fischer titration, DSC/FDM, and other related assays to confirm acceptance criteria as part of formulation development activities.
• Troubleshoots formulation, analytical and process challenges and proposes scientifically sound corrective actions.
• Responsible for proper maintenance, calibration, and cleanliness of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Performs or assists in routine facilities cleaning and equipment upkeep as required.
• Authors and reviews Formulation Development records, protocols, and reports to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with quality standards and client demand.
• Reviews executed documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to management.
• Drafts and maintains Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and related controlled documents for Pharmaceutical Development operations.
• Provides training, technical guidance, and mentorship to junior scientists and laboratory staff.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with internal stakeholders including Manufacturing Technical Services (MTS), and Operations, as well as external client teams, to ensure alignment and successful project execution.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
  Advanced Degree in (PhD) in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other related fields with 0-3 years' experience in pharmaceutical development or CDMO industry.
• BS/MS in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other related fields with 5+ years' experience in pharmaceutical development or CDMO industry
• A strong foundation in clinical‑phase development and analytical characterization of drug products, including biologics and other complex modalities
• In‑depth knowledge of biopharmaceutical and/or medical product regulation, formulation, filtration, filling, and lyophilization operations
• Experience with MS Office (Word/Excel/Teams/PowerPoint/SharePoint), SmartSheets, LabX, and Empower

QUALITIES

• Detail oriented and a results‑driven team player
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast‑paced work environment
• Honesty, integrity, respect and courtesy with all colleagues
• Creative with the ability to work with minimal supervision and balance with independent thinking
• Resilient through operational and organizational change

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

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