Supervisor, Formulations

Altasciences Preclinical Columbia LLC; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Telework when applicable

Job summary

Altasciences Preclinical Columbia LLC is seeking a hands-on Supervisor, Formulations to lead dose formulation and test material management within a CRO environment. You will mentor staff, help establish a new laboratory, and drive SOP development to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science and 2–3 years of formulations experience, preferably in CRO settings. Strong organizational skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on formulations experience required with 2–3 years in a CRO setting.
• Experience training or leading laboratory staff is preferred.
• Strong documentation and SOP development experience.
• Knowledge of GLP regulations and regulated laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily dose formulation and test material management activities for preclinical studies.
• Prepare and oversee formulation of test articles, vehicle formulations, and solutions per study protocols.
• Support start-up and expansion of a new laboratory with workflows and equipment organization.
• Develop, review, update, and maintain SOPs for laboratory operations and compliance.
• Train and mentor Formulations staff and laboratory personnel.
• Manage receipt, inventory, storage, retention, and disposition of test materials.
• Support Dose Formulation Analysis and ensure accurate documentation and sample tracking.
• Collaborate with Study Directors and cross-functional teams to meet timelines.
• Monitor supplies, equipment maintenance, and operational readiness.
• Ensure activities align with GLP, company policies, and quality standards.
• Identify process improvements and efficiency opportunities.

Skills

Formulations experience

Leadership/mentoring

SOP development

Documentation

GLP compliance

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a hands-on and pragmatic Supervisor, Formulations to support dose formulation, test material management, and laboratory operations within a fast-paced Contract Research Organization (CRO) environment. This role is ideal for an experienced laboratory professional with prior formulations experience who is looking to expand their leadership responsibilities while remaining actively involved in laboratory operations.

As a key member of the team, you will oversee daily formulation activities, support preclinical studies, mentor laboratory staff, and contribute to the successful setup and growth of a new laboratory. You will also play an important role in developing, updating, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

What You'll Do Here

• Supervise daily dose formulation and test material management activities in support of preclinical research studies.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of test article formulations, vehicle formulations, and chemical solutions according to study protocols.
• Assist with the setup and expansion of a new laboratory, including implementation of workflows, equipment organization, and laboratory best practices.
• Develop, review, update, and maintain SOPs to support laboratory operations and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Train, mentor, and provide day-to-day guidance to Formulations Research Associates and laboratory personnel.
• Manage the receipt, inventory, storage, retention, and disposition of test materials.
• Support Dose Formulation Analysis (DFA) activities and ensure accurate documentation and sample tracking.
• Collaborate with Study Directors and cross-functional teams to meet study timelines and client expectations.
• Monitor laboratory supplies, equipment maintenance, and operational readiness.
• Ensure all activities are performed in accordance with GLP regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies within the laboratory.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
• 2-3 years of hands-on formulations experience is required.
• Experience working within a Contract Research Organization (CRO) environment is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience preparing dose formulations and managing test articles in support of regulated studies.
• Experience training, mentoring, or leading laboratory personnel.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and updating SOPs and laboratory documentation.
• Familiarity with laboratory start-up activities, process implementation, and workflow improvements is preferred.
• Working knowledge of GLP regulations and regulated laboratory environments.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• A pragmatic, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality scientific results.

Work Authorization & Sponsorship

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position. All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

What We Offer

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Benefits

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.

Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
• Telework when applicable.

Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:

• Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

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