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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for pharmaceutical formulation in the United States is $22.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel in Pharmaceutical Formulation, a candidate typically holds a degree in pharmacy, chemistry, or a related field and demonstrates expertise in drug delivery systems, analytical techniques, and formulation development. Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and regulatory guidelines is also crucial. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication skills are highly valued. These qualifications ensure that formulations are developed efficiently, compliantly, and with a focus on safety and efficacy.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in Pharmaceutical Formulation?

Professionals in Pharmaceutical Formulation are responsible for designing and developing dosage forms and ensuring their stability, safety, and efficacy. Daily tasks often include conducting experiments, analyzing raw materials, preparing prototypes, and documenting results according to regulatory standards. Collaboration with analytical scientists, quality assurance, and process engineering teams is common to address formulation challenges and optimize product development. The role frequently involves troubleshooting formulation issues and supporting scale-up activities for manufacturing. A detail-oriented and systematic approach is key to success in this fast-paced, research-driven environment.

What is a Pharmaceutical Formulation job?

A Pharmaceutical Formulation job involves the development of drug products by combining active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with excipients to create a stable, effective, and safe dosage form. Professionals in this role work on designing tablets, capsules, injections, or other drug delivery systems, ensuring proper bioavailability and stability. They also conduct laboratory testing, optimize formulations for large-scale manufacturing, and comply with regulatory guidelines. Their work is essential in bringing new medications to market and improving existing drug formulations.

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Infographic showing various Pharmaceutical Formulation job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,488 per year, or $22.8 per hour.
Manufacturing Specialist- Formulation, 3rd shift

Manufacturing Specialist- Formulation, 3rd shift

INCOG BioPharma Services

Fishers, IN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Manufacturing Specialist - Formulation Summary
INCOG BioPharma is seeking a highly motivated individual with subject matter expert (SME) capabilities in the formulation of sterile drug products. The Manufacturing Specialist (Formulation) is a key role within INCOG BioPharma Operations. The ideal candidate must have experience in pharmaceuticals and/or biologics formulation.
The primary responsibility of the Manufacturing Specialist in Formulation is to weigh/dispense, setup/operate equipment to produce the bulk drug product for sterile manufacturing. They will be expected to work hands-on, be actively involved in continuous process improvements while taking ownership of the quality and quantity of product produced. The ideal candidate should demonstrate mentor and leadership skills to motivate manufacturing personnel, drive timely production activities and work effectively with internal partners, clients, and vendors.
This is a 3rd shift position.
Essential Job Functions:
• Follow production and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform duties in Grade C, D, and controlled non-classified cleanrooms.
• Perform cleaning and sanitization, equipment preparation, and support aseptic filling duties as needed.
• Operate formulation equipment including setup and post cleaning.
• Accurately document data and complete batch records.
• Execute validation/engineering protocols as needed.
• Train others in various manufacturing tasks including, but not limited to: formulation/dispensing, sanitization, component and equipment preparation.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of production equipment.
• Support equipment optimization efforts and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate and communicate with cross functional teams.
• Work flexible hours to ensure production facility coverage.
Special Job Requirements:
• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing of biotechnology products, aseptic. processing (fill and finish) general Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• 1 year of pharmaceutical formulation experience or 3+ years of experience with the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of pharmaceutical filling equipment.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, MS Word, MS Excel, Windows or equivalent is required.
Additional Preferences:
• BS in biological sciences/biotechnology or related field.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to learn and operate a range of industry systems including and not limited to ERP and inventory management systems.
Additional info about INCOG BioPharma Services:
At INCOG BioPharma we have built a world-class CDMO for parenteral injectable drugs. Our culture and priorities are different by design: focused on building long-term value for our customers, we are committed to a service-culture mindset, technical excellence, and a collaborative and team-centered approach to doing business.
If you crave the challenge of creating systems from scratch and believe you have insights for a better way of doing business, which benefits customers by ensuring quality outcomes and accelerating their route to market, we want to hear from you. Unless otherwise specified, all positions are based out of our Fishers, IN offices. Please note, we are a smoke-free campus.
INCOG BioPharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at INCOG BioPharma are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical disability, sexual orientation, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
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