Kelly is hiring a Associate Formulation Scientist I for one of our clients in Bend, OR

• Exact Schedule - 8am-5pm M-F, OT may be expected
• $28/hr
• 12 month contract (may be extended/converted)

The Bend, Oregon site is a multi-product and multi-client pharmaceutical development site specializing in developing and manufacturing solid oral dosage formulations of small molecules in preclinical and early phase clinical trials (phase 1 and 2). We are the Solubilization Center of Excellence within Pharma Services Group, and as such, have expertise in such technologies as hot-melt extrusion, spray-drying, and particle size reduction.

How will you make an impact?

The Associate Formulation Scientist I provides technical and manufacturing support to the Formulation and Process Development team in the production of pharmaceutical Spray Dried Intermediates (SDI) and Solid Dosage Forms (tablets, capsules, sachets).

What will you do?

• Assist senior group members in designing experiments, drafting protocols, troubleshooting equipment and processes, and gathering experimental data in lab notebooks consistent with company policy and good laboratory practices.

• Learn to assemble and present technical data to clients and colleagues

• Assemble, disassemble, operate and clean process equipment such as spray dryers, tablet presses, mills, roller compactors, fluid beds, hot melt extruders, and blenders.

• Perform routine powder and tablet characterization.

• Perform general maintenance on research & development (R&D) process and laboratory equipment as needed.

How will you get here?

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Bachelor’s degree in physical science, chemistry, chemical science, material science, engineering, or related field preferred

Experience

• One to Two years of technical experience in research lab or pharmaceutical industry required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Good work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and a desire to learn.

• Ability to multi-task and handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Attention to detail and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical formulations and solid dosage form unit operations preferred.