Formulation Process Development Scientist

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins PSS is seeking a Formulation Process Development Scientist to join our team supporting solid dosage pharmaceutical manufacturing and characterization. The successful candidate will contribute to drug product development by executing manufacturing processes, analyzing product performance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct solid dosage manufacturing studies using unit operations such as direct compression, roller compaction, high shear mixing, and fluid bed granulation.
• Set and optimize process parameters to ensure batch consistency and quality.
• Characterize product attributes, including flow properties, particle size distribution, and other critical quality metrics.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory and manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues to ensure timely project progression.
• Document experimental procedures, results, and deviations in accordance with regulatory and internal standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support formulation development and scale-up activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing unit operations is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in data analysis; experience with Python for mathematical modeling or machine learning is a strong plus.
• Ability to interpret analytical data and draw scientifically sound conclusions.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to frequently lift equipment weighing between 1530 lbs

• Bachelors or Master's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science or Materials Science with 1 to 3 years of industry experience.
• Experience with large data analytics, Pytho,n and mathematical modeling preferred.

• Position is full-time, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm Overtime as needed.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Ridgefield, CT are encouraged to apply
• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
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• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.