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Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery

Food Scientist Intern

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$20/hr

... formulation, and product development principles. The intern will support the R&D team with sample ... preparation, experimentation, product evaluations, and scale-up activities while gaining valuable ...

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery

Food Scientist Intern

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$20/hr

... formulation, and product development principles. The intern will support the R&D team with sample ... preparation, experimentation, product evaluations, and scale-up activities while gaining valuable ...

ITW Tire Repair

Chemist Intern

San Luis Obispo, CA

$22 - $28/hr

About Our Internship Program As an intern at ITW Global Tire Repair, you'll gain hands-on ... This role will focus on projects supporting formulation development, chemical inventory database ...

Brown University Health

Pharmacy Intern PD

Newport, RI · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

SUMMARY The Pharmacy Intern reports to the Manager of Pharmacy Operations and works under the ... Performs a variety of technical and support tasks designed to assist pharmacists in the formulation ...

Brown University Health

Pharmacy Intern PD

Newport, RI

$18 - $27.13/hr

SUMMARY The Pharmacy Intern reports to the Manager of Pharmacy Operations and works under the ... RESPONSIBILITIES Under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the formulation and preparation ...

Brownhealth

Pharmacy Intern PD

Newport, RI

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

SUMMARY:The Pharmacy Intern reports to the Manager of Pharmacy Operations and works under the ... Performs a variety of technical and support tasks designed to assist pharmacists in the formulation ...

Brown University Health

Pharmacy Intern PD

Newport, RI

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

SUMMARY The Pharmacy Intern reports to the Manager of Pharmacy Operations and works under the ... Performs a variety of technical and support tasks designed to assist pharmacists in the formulation ...

Brownhealth

Pharmacy Intern PD

Newport, RI

$18 - $27.13/hr

SUMMARY: The Pharmacy Intern reports to the Manager of Pharmacy Operations and works under the ... Under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the formulation and preparation of medications by:

Brown University Health

Pharmacy Intern PD

Newport, RI · On-site

$18 - $27.13/hr

SUMMARY The Pharmacy Intern reports to the Manager of Pharmacy Operations and works under the ... RESPONSIBILITIES Under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the formulation and preparation ...

Brown University Health

Pharmacy Intern

Providence, RI · On-site

$18 - $27.13/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES Under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the formulation and preparation ... Maintains current unrestricted licensure as a pharmacy intern in the State of Rhode Island. One to ...

Brownhealth

$18 - $27.13/hr

Under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the formulation and preparation of medications by ... Maintains current unrestricted licensure as a pharmacy intern in the State of Rhode Island. * One ...

fwzoo

Nutritional Services Intern

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

... formulation and diet assessment • Intern will assist in the Nutrition Lab with nutrient analysis, feed sampling, drying and grinding, cleaning/acid washing, HPLC operation, and blood and tissue ...

Fort Worth Zoo

Nutritional Services Intern

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17/hr

... formulation and diet assessment • Intern will assist in the Nutrition Lab with nutrient analysis, feed sampling, drying and grinding, cleaning/acid washing, HPLC operation, and blood and tissue ...

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Formulation Interns are students or recent graduates who assist in the development and testing of new products, such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, or food items, under the supervision of experienced scientists. They typically work in laboratory settings, helping to mix, analyze, and evaluate formulas to ensure they meet quality and safety standards. The internship provides hands-on experience in research, data analysis, and the use of lab equipment, while also offering insight into the formulation and product development process.
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Scientist, Formulation Development

Scientist, Formulation Development

Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Hikma Pharmaceuticals rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 71 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

Job Title: Scientist, Formulation Development
Location: Columbus, OH
Job Type: Full time
Req ID: 10644
About Us:
As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates' mission is to bring Better Health. Within Reach. Every Day.® for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 800 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our 32 manufacturing plants, eight R&D centers, and 9,500+ employees worldwide, we are always hard at work creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible to the people who need them.
Description:
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Scientist, Formulation Development to join our team.
In this role, you will be responsible for primarily developing standard and complex pharmaceutical nasal formulation products and possibility other forms that are stable, bioequivalent to the brand product, and robust/manufacturable according to the defined Intellectual Property (IP) strategy. Complete Registration Lot manufacture and provide documentation in support of QbD (Quality by Design) principles for the Regulatory Filings.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
  • Works within project team structure with minimal supervision to develop new formulations for standard and complex developing nasal and/or inhalation pharmaceutical products forms which may include potent compounds or DEA controlled substances as assigned.
  • The project scope includes projects of moderate complexity such as developing nasal and/or inhalation pharmaceutical products dosage forms of BCS (Biopharmaceutical Classification System) Class 2 and 4 compounds, suspensions, modified, controlled, or extended release products, and/or basic IP strategy.
  • Continues to increase pharmaceutical development expertise by assisting senior Scientists in development of dosage forms through hands on experiences and formal training.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of formulation and processing techniques of process trains and equipment.
  • To develop robust, stable, and bioequivalent dosage forms for regulatory filing and launch.
  • Generates, collects and reviews data on developmental lots to determine the most optimal formulation and manufacturing process in support of QbD requirements with respect to stability, bioequivalency, robustness and IP strategy.
  • Complies with laboratory and regulatory requirements, such as WI's, SOP's, OSHA, DEA, and cGMP's and demonstrates the ability to critically review the requirements.
  • Manufacture an adequate amount of developmental lots and study the correct variables to assure success.
  • Design moderately complex experiments to obtain required data.
  • Demonstrate effective project management skills to facilitate the execution of project milestones.
  • Plans, observes, and coordinates the manufacture, packaging, and disposition of the Pilot and Registration Lots.
  • Assists and consults during scale-up and validation activities. Supports assigned projects throughout the lifecycle of the product as the demonstrated Subject Matter Expert (SME).
  • Generate and/or review the required documentation to justify the formulation and process selected. Obtain the required samples and perform the attendant testing. Record personal observations and provide consultation during the manufacturing and packaging of the Registration, Scale-Up and/or Validation Lots.
  • Reviews and collects data on Pilot and Registration Lots. Incorporates the data in the required Technical Reports, including the Pharmaceutical Development Report in support of QbD for the regulatory filings.
  • Provide technical input for FDA CMC and DBE deficiencies as required.
  • Conducts the proper experiments and collects the appropriate data to justify the product specification and support the approval of the product via the QbR/QbD documentation and required regulatory filings.
  • Successfully interacts within the department to accomplish project and departmental goals.
  • Reviews appropriate patents, literature, and prior art for applicability to assigned projects.
  • Utilizes the Record of Invention form for documentation of the prospective intellectual property.
  • Leverages comprehensive knowledge of the formulation development process, processing equipment, regulatory policies and general practices in making decisions and recommendations.
  • Applies a comprehensive understanding of concepts within Product Development to develop relatively advanced programs/processes. Serves as an expert within Product Development on a limited scope of equipment; educates others on technical issues.
  • Develops positive internal and external customer relationships by consistently and efficiently delivering value.
  • Clearly communicates performance expectations and objectives to others to ensure understanding and buy-in.
  • Aids others in understanding the steps and resources necessary to achieve and surpass desired results.
  • Takes action to implement and correct plans to ensure goals are met within reasonable or defined timelines.
  • Anticipates potential barriers to achieving team objectives and collaborates with others to develop strategies for success.
  • Ability to appropriately communicate with team members and internal customers to complete assigned duties as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate effective meetings.
  • Communication must be appropriate, timely, and accurate.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing, including technical documents.
  • Demonstrated ability to generate and deliver formal technical presentations to team members and internal customers.
  • Proficient computer skills with the ability to enter data into and retrieve information from various software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite programs Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Working knowledge of experimental methodology and design of experiments to support the Pharmaceutical Development Report and QbD requirements.
  • Ability to define root-cause relationships, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Familiar with statistical software for experimental design.
  • Working knowledge of pharmaceutical principles and practices.
  • Ability to incorporate approaches in line with the requirements of Intellectual Property strategies. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of potent compound containment principles and ability to develop products designated for a potent compound facility (if required by position).
  • Proficient knowledge of applicable laws and regulations regarding development and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, including cGMP, DEA, FDA Guidances, ANDA Filing requirements, etc.
  • Demonstrates strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to set-up, run and troubleshoot pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
  • Knowledge of physical and chemical testing methods for pharmaceutical dosage forms, preferably nasal and/or inhalation products.
  • Working understanding of Intellectual Property Strategy.
  • Has the ability to facilitate the execution of project milestones through the use of project management skills.
  • Possess the skills and knowledge to be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Knowledge of potent compound containment principles and ability to develop products designated for a potent compound facility (if required by position).
  • Must be able to identify root cause relationships. Demonstrate ability to develop more technically challenging projects.
  • The position requires the ability to manage multiple moderately complex projects by influencing people and resources in a variety of functional areas throughout the company, including PD, AD, DRA, Medical, QA, Operations, Warehouse, while adhering to strict project timelines.
  • with minimal supervisor input; examples include definition of formulation and manufacturing processes for development of moderately complex projects and execution of QbD studies as directed by the supervisor.
  • Completes projects within project milestone timelines.

Qualifications:
We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:
  • B.S. in scientific field (pharmacy, chemistry, or engineering is preferred) with 3+ years relevant experience.
  • or M.S. in pharmaceutics or related scientific discipline with 1+year relevant experience (preferably in Pharmaceutics).

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience developing and filing multiple ANDA's.
  • Prior experience with developing nasal and/or inhalation pharmaceutical products.

What We Offer*:
  • Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
  • Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 4% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
  • A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
  • 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
  • 11 company paid holidays
  • Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
  • Employee discount program
  • Wellbeing rewards program
  • Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
  • Career advancement and growth opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid maternity and parental leave

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.
Recruiters:
Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions. In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma's Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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