Technician, Research and Development

piramalpharma; Sellersville (Bucks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking a Technician in R&D to support Technical Services activities, including registration batches, process development, and documentation. The role blends hands-on batch support with data compilation, testing, and report content for solid, semi-solid, and liquid dosage forms.

The ideal candidate has experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or lab testing and is prepared to support both floor-based and office-based R&D needs as projects require.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working

Responsibilities

• Operate, assemble, disassemble, clean, and maintain pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment in accordance with SOPs and cGMP.
• Support and execute R&D / Technical Services projects, including batches, transfer, validation, and development activities.
• Prepare, review, and complete batch records, equipment logbooks, cleaning records, and notebooks with accurate GMP documentation.
• Perform equipment setup, operation monitoring, in-process sampling, and line clearance to support batch execution as directed.
• Support data auditing and verification of technical documents, including protocols, reports, and technical assessments.
• Assist in preparation of protocols, reports, investigations, and validation documentation.
• Perform data entry, verification, proofreading, and document review for R&D deliverables.
• Prepare tables, charts, and summaries using Excel or similar tools to support projects.
• Compile, organize, trend, and analyze batch, process, and analytical data for technical reports.
• Maintain cGMP documentation practices, ALCOA+ data integrity, and organized records.
• Participate in formulation and process development activities including scale-up and optimization.
• Build relationships with cross-functional teams and comply with safety and SOPs.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new employees and support a safe, collaborative environment.
• Maintain readiness for extended hours or shift operations when required.
• Perform other duties to support department objectives.

Job description

Division

Piramal Pharma Solutions Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation.Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide.For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.com

Job Title

Technician, Research and Development Job Description

The Technician supports the R&D organization, with primary alignment to Technical Services activities, including registration, validation, technology transfer, process scale-up, process optimization, formulation and process support, and commercial production support for solid, semi-solid, and liquid pharmaceutical dosage forms. The role combines hands-on batch support with technical documentation, data compilation, data verification, protocol execution, in-process sampling/testing support, and preparation of tables, figures, and report content. The ideal candidate has experience in either pharmaceutical manufacturing/process support or laboratory/analytical testing, with the ability and willingness to support both floor-based and office-based R&D and Technical Services activities as project needs require.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate, assemble, disassemble, clean, and maintain pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment including blenders, mixers, granulators, roller compactors, tablet compression machines, encapsulators , and coating equipment in accordance with approved SOPs and cGMP requirements.
• Support and execute R&D / Technical Services projects, including registration batches, engineering/technical batches, process validation (PPQ) activities, packaging validation studies, technology transfer, formulation and process development, process scale-up, process optimization, and commercial manufacturing troubleshooting.
• Prepare, review, and complete batch records, equipment logbooks, cleaning records, laboratory notebooks, and other GMP documentation accurately and in a timely manner .
• Perform equipment setup, operation monitoring, in-process sampl e container preparation, in-process sampling, material handling, cleaning verification, and line clearance activities to support batch execution as directed by manager.
• Support data auditing and verification of technical documents, including protocols, reports, technical assessments, batch and study summaries, inter-office correspondence, and other project-related documentation.
• Assist in preparation of protocols, reports, investigations, technical assessments, and validation documentation.
• Perform data entry, data verification, proofreading, and document review activities to support accurate , compliant , and right-first-time preparation of R&D and Technical Services deliverables.
• Prepare tables, charts, and summaries using Microsoft Excel, JMP, or similar tools to support Technical Services and R&D projects.
• Compile, organize, trend, and analyze batch, process, and analytical data for inclusion in technical reports and presentations.
• Maintain compliant cGMP documentation practices, ALCOA+ data integrity standards, laboratory notebook documentation, and accurate recordkeeping in accordance with approved procedures and quality system requirements.
• Participate in formulation and process development activities, including material characterization, process evaluation, scale-up support, process optimization, and manufacturing investigations.
• Build productive working relationships with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Technical Services.
• Complete required training and maintain proficiency in departmental procedures, SOPs, GMP requirements, safety practices, and assigned equipment operation.
• Assist with onboarding and hands-on training of new employees while promoting safe work practices and a collaborative team environment.
• Comply with all environmental, health, safety (EHS), PPE, and company policies while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Maintain flexibility to support project schedules and manufacturing requirements, including extended hours, evenings, weekends, and 2 nd /3 rd shift operations when required .
• Perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as required to support departmental and business objectives .

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of experience working