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Formulation Scientist

he Formulation Scientist will be responsible for technical and documentation support to the formulation team of a portfolio of currently marketed Sun Protection products. The focus will be on currently marketed cosmetic, personal care and OTC Monograph products - including semisolid (creams, gel and lotions) and liquid products including OTC Monograph products.
This individual is responsible for working cross functionally to support the development and scale up of new product, in addition to other technical documentation.
Knowledge and experience in technical transfer activities and/or formulation of OTC, Cosmetic Personal Care products is preferred. An understanding and experience with FDA guidelines for existing product changes, and OTC Monograph for Sunscreen products is also strongly preferred.
The candidate should be knowledgeable with liquids OTC and Cosmetic manufacturing environments and be able to understand GxP documents and activities.
This individual will work in a team environment and will interact with the Formulation Team, Operations, Quality Assurance, Technical Transfer, Analytical, Supply Chain, Package Engineering, Procurement and Microbiology.
Responsibilities:
  • Plan and execute GMP batching, perform formulation tasks including batching, stabilities, system entries
  • Responsible for stability protocol initiation including working with manufacturing to sites to have samples filled from production or pilots, completing sample/batch request forms and split batch protocols.
  • Assist in the review of the protocols and Manufacturing Work Instruction (MWI) before execution of pilot batches and stability fills.
  • Write and/or assist in the review of product specification, manufacturing work instruction, split batch protocols, stability protocols, and resin equivalency studies.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelors degree in a technical discipline such as chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, biology, microbiology, or other related field of science/engineering as well as 1-3 years’ of experience.
Skills:
  • This individual must be able to work independently with minimum supervision and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • This individual should have proven ability to work collaboratively across multi-functional groups
  • This individual must be able to handle multiple responsibilities and projects.
  • This individual is expected to interact independently with team members and technical partners in accomplishing team project goals and objectives.
  • Written Communication: Write clearly and informatively; document data in a complete and accurate manner in accordance with cGMP.
  • Problem Solving: Proactively seek solutions; gather and analyze information systematically.
Other Skills:
  • Computer Skills: Software proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs; familiarity with electronic document management systems.
  • Language Skills: Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
  • Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic statistics and algebra.
  • Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstracts and variables.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401k and a generous PTO Policy.