Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

Job Overview/Summary

The Associate Scientist, Analytical Development performs analytical development activities and tasks to support formulation development and drug product manufacturing. The Associate Scientist communicates as needed with relevant stakeholders. The Associate Scientist facilitates and assists in execution of systems to assure cGMP compliance for all relevant operations carried out within and for Forma. Responsible for performing experiments and general laboratory duties.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Understands and conducts analyses of formulation samples and finished pharmaceutical product with an understanding of laboratory procedures.
• Acts with technical guidance and direction from management or senior scientists. Collaborates with other departments and clients to support formulation development and manufacturing activities with pre-set timelines.
• Develops and validates analytical methods with some technical direction and guidance.
• Optimizes existing analytical methods to suit their intended purpose with some technical direction and guidance.
• Performs documentation and data analysis using Empower, Excel spreadsheets, and other necessary tools.
• Writes/revises Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and methods when necessary.
• Assists other Scientists with assigned projects.
• Complies with all laboratory safety guidelines including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintains general cleanliness of the lab, including personal bench space and common use areas.
• All other tasks and duties assigned as perceived and agreed upon by senior management.

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline with 1+ years' experience in analytical laboratory positions
• Experience utilizing analytical instruments such as HPLC, KF, Dissolution Apparatus, UV/Vis, etc.
• Full computer literacy and knowledge of basic scientific principles and practices.
• Able to work in a well-lit heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office and occasional laboratory setting with adequate ventilation. Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of a productive/technical nature. May require long periods of standing/sitting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Improvement of any aspect of laboratory processes
• Detailed attention to data trending
• Exceptional information technology skills
• Good data interpretation skills
• Good technical writing skills
• Good problem-solving development skills
• Good attitude, work ethic, and natural leadership
• Achievement of an advanced degree