Senior Formulation Scientist/Engineer

BioCT; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Wellness program

Job summary

FreeThink Technologies, Inc. in Branford, CT seeks a Senior Scientist to lead laboratory formulation projects on-site. You will supervise junior scientists and drive cross-functional collaboration to translate science into scalable pharmaceutical formulations.

Responsibilities include experimental design, data interpretation, batch record management, and adherence to SOPs and cGMP practices. Strong leadership and the ability to communicate across teams are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD (0+ years) or master’s (5+ years relevant experience) in chemical engineering, material/pharmaceutical science, chemistry, or related discipline.
• Supervisory experience.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervising junior scientists/engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop formulations for customers (primarily pharmaceutical).
• Fostering technical growth, scientific rigor, and operational excellence for direct reports.
• Designing and explaining experimental plans and providing clear interpretations of results including, where appropriate, using spreadsheet and statistical analysis programs.
• Authoring and reviewing batch records, current practices and technical sections for development reports.
• Ensuring work is performed in compliance with SOPs and good laboratory practices.
• Evaluating and leading development of formulation initiatives.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Education

PhD or Master’s with relevant experience

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Python/R

Job description

FreeThink Technologies, Inc. conducts laboratory studies for domestic and international clients developing pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, veterinary medicines and over-the-counter drug products, and develops its own novel technologies addressing unmet medical needs. FreeThink scientists operate in a fast-paced environment on multiple concurrent projects involving complex formulation development, rapid shelf-life determinations (some under cGMP) using its proprietary ASAPprime® software, and creative problem solving.

We are seeking a Senior Scientist to work on-site in our laboratory in Branford, CT. This role encompasses direct supervision and technical leadership to translate science and engineering into successful formulations and processes for customers and for internal initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Directly supervising junior scientists/engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teamsto develop formulations for customers (primarily pharmaceutical)
• Fostering technical growth, scientific rigor, and operational excellence for direct reports
• Designing and explaining experimental plans and providing clear interpretations of results including, where appropriate, using spreadsheet and statistical analysis programs
• Authoring and reviewing batch records, current practices and technical sections for development reports
• Ensuring work is performed in compliance with SOPs and good laboratory practices
• Evaluating and leading development of formulation initiatives

REQUIREMENTS

• PhD (0+ years) or master’s (5+ years relevant experience) in chemical engineering, material/pharmaceutical science, chemistry, or related discipline
• Supervisory experience
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis for any employer without the need for sponsorship

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in pharmaceutical formulation and process development, especially with bioavailability enhancement technologies, injectable dosage forms and protein/biotherapeutic formulations
• Strong experimental research and data analysis skills leveraging high-level JMP, Minitab, or Python/R

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR FREETHINK TECHNOLOGIES

• Salary range of $100-120K, depending on background
• Matching 401K savings plan with annual bonus and raise cycle
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid Time Off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and bereavement leave
• Wellness Benefit for eligible fitness or personal wellness expenses

FreeThink is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or age.