Scientist, Product Development - Injectables

ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Middleton, WI is seeking a Scientist, Product Development – Injectables to design and perform experiments, analyze data, and support formulation and analytical development for injectable products.

You will work with cross-functional teams, gain exposure to FDA regulations, and develop expertise in analytical techniques within a collaborative lab setting. On-site role with opportunities for growth and a focus on quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• One to three years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Ability to apply scientific principles to laboratory experimentation and data interpretation.
• Ability to take initiative, follow technical direction, and contribute to laboratory problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Familiarity with current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements and good documentation practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• A flexible, team-oriented, and open-minded approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Perform wet-bench chemistry experiments, including UV-Vis spectroscopy, pH and tonicity adjustments, controlled heating and cooling of volatile materials, formulation development, and other laboratory-scale drug product manufacturing operations.
• Analyze samples using techniques such as HPLC, plate-based assays, gel electrophoresis, osmolality testing, western blotting, and in vitro release testing.
• Support the development, optimization, and validation of HPLC and other analytical test methods.
• Contribute to the design, development, and quality support of drug-device combination products.
• Collaborate on analytical and development projects across the Product Development – Injectables team.
• Maintain complete and accurate experimental documentation in laboratory notebooks.
• Present data and development progress during department and cross-functional meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Wet-bench chemistry

Data interpretation

Written/verbal communication

Laboratory teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, or a related discipline

Tools

HPLC

UV-Vis spectroscopy

Gel electrophoresis

Osmolality testing

In vitro release testing

Job description

Middleton, WI, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Position Summary

The Scientist, Product Development – Injectables designs and performs experiments, analyzes data, and supports formulation and analytical development activities for injectable pharmaceutical products. Working alongside experienced scientists and cross-functional partners, this position offers opportunities to build expertise in analytical techniques, FDA regulations, and the drug development process within a collaborative laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform wet-bench chemistry experiments, including UV-Vis spectroscopy, pH and tonicity adjustments, controlled heating and cooling of volatile materials, formulation development, and other laboratory-scale drug product manufacturing operations.
• Analyze samples using techniques such as HPLC, plate-based assays, gel electrophoresis, osmolality testing, western blotting, and in vitro release testing.
• Support the development, optimization, and validation of HPLC and other analytical test methods.
• Contribute to the design, development, and quality support of drug-device combination products.
• Collaborate on analytical and development projects across the Product Development – Injectables team.
• Maintain complete and accurate experimental documentation in laboratory notebooks.
• Present data and development progress during department and cross-functional meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• One to three years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Ability to apply scientific principles to laboratory experimentation and data interpretation.
• Ability to take initiative, follow technical direction, and contribute to laboratory problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Familiarity with current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements and good documentation practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• A flexible, team-oriented, and open-minded approach to work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with one or more of the laboratory and analytical techniques described above.
• Experience with analytical method development.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate laboratory equipment, including pipettes and analytical microbalances.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment that includes hazardous and toxic chemicals.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment when working with toxic or corrosive materials in liquid, solid, vapor, or airborne-particle form.

Schedule, Location, and Travel

This role is based in Middleton, WI and is expected to work primarily on-site. Minimal travel is required.

About Us

Welcome to ANI Pharmaceuticals, where we are dedicated to improving and enhancing patients' lives through the manufacturing and distribution of high-quality pharmaceutical products.

With a diverse portfolio of generic and branded pharmaceuticals, ANI is a trusted partner for healthcare providers, pharmacists, and patients alike. We understand the importance of accessibility, and our products are available across a wide range of therapeutic areas, contributing to the well-being of communities globally.

At ANI Pharmaceuticals, there are opportunities to contribute to our purpose every day. We value authenticity, knowledge, and hard work, we strive to celebrate our employees in a positive environment. Our culture empowers everyone to be successful and apply our full potential.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1499
• Posting Date 10/12/2026, 09:00 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 3308 Nursery Drive, Middleton, WI, 53562, US (On-site)