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... science meets patient impact. As a QC Chemist specializing in inhalation products , you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety, quality, and performance of metered dose inhalers (MDIs) and ...

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The Formula Scientist supports the development of best-in-class, science-driven cannabis products ... inhalation products. * Working familiarity with multiple extraction forms/inputs and how they ...

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What is an inhalation scientist?

An Inhalation Scientist researches, develops, and tests drug formulations intended for delivery through the lungs, such as inhalers or nebulizers. They work to optimize particle size, formulation stability, and aerosol performance to ensure effective drug delivery. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting laboratory experiments, and analyzing data to refine inhalation therapies. Inhalation Scientists often work in pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies, contributing to the development of treatments for respiratory conditions like asthma, COPD, and other pulmonary diseases.

What does an inhalation scientist do?

As an Inhalation Scientist, your day-to-day responsibilities often include designing and conducting experiments to test new inhalation drug formulations, analyzing aerosol and particle data, and documenting results in accordance with regulatory requirements. You may also collaborate with formulation scientists, engineers, and regulatory teams to optimize device performance and ensure product quality. Managing laboratory equipment, troubleshooting analytical methods, and preparing technical reports are frequently part of your job. This varied scope allows you to apply both technical expertise and creative problem-solving throughout drug development projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an inhalation scientist?

To thrive as an Inhalation Scientist, you need a solid background in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biology, or related fields, often supported by an advanced degree. Proficiency with analytical instruments such as cascade impactors, HPLC, GC-MS, and aerosol characterization systems is commonly required, along with familiarity with regulatory guidelines from agencies like the FDA or EMA. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective cross-functional communication are highly valued soft skills in this role. These competencies are vital to safely and efficiently developing and testing inhalation drug products that meet stringent quality and regulatory standards.

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Inhalation Senior Scientist, Formulation R&D

Amneal Pharmaceuticals

Piscataway, NJ • On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago

Amneal Pharmaceuticals rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

73rd of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description


Description:
The Research Scientist of R&D is responsible for the designing and development various inhaled dosage forms such as solution, suspension, gel, cream, ointment, sterile products etc. This include literature search, pre-formulation studies, prototype development, process scale up and optimization. Responsible to create all the relevant documents and managing of logistics to execute the project in a timely manner.
Essential Functions:
  • Provide scientific leadership for the development of generic pharmaceutical inhaled dosage forms such as metered dose inhalers, DPI's and sterile solution suspension etc. Design and conduct pre-formulation studies and manufacture lab scale batches to identify prototype.
  • Provide technical leadership to ensure timely execution of projects starting with the selection of raw materials, packaging components, formulation strategy, scientific development and process scale up. Apply Quality by Design principles in the design of experiments to develop robust formulation and processes.
  • Write technical reports protocols, batch records and project presentations. Prepare ANDA submission documents such as product formula, manufacturing instructions and product development reports.
  • Provide creative and scientific solutions to resolve problems while working with complex projects. Analyze the data and propose appropriate action plan.
  • Work closely with inter-departmental groups and co-ordinates the activities to execute the project in a timely manner to meet the goals.
  • Delegate the work to junior scientists and supervise them. Provide them necessary training and guidance to overcome any difficulties.

Qualifications
Education:
  • Master Degree (MS/MA) Science - Required
  • Ph. D. Pharmaceutics/ Pharmacy/ Engineering/ Chemistry or other closely related field- Preferred

Experience:
  • 2 years of more experience in the pharmaceutical development demonstrating the application of scientific principles- Required

The base salary for this position ranges from $90,000 - $115,000 per year. In addition, Amneal offers a short-term incentive opportunity, such as a bonus or performance-based award, with this position within the first 12 months. Amneal ranges reflect the Company's good faith estimate of what Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, experience, geographic location and other relevant skills.
At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement. We also promote employee well-being with programs that help you enjoy your career alongside life's many other commitments and opportunities
About Us
Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at accommodations@amneal.com. Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.

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