Formulation and Development Associate

Location: Indianapolis

## Formulation and Development Associate Apply remote type:
On-site locations:
Indianapolis, INtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR261661

Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00

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** Overview
* * This Formulation and Development Associate – Animal Health R&D will provide hands-on support for early and late phase formulation and process development.

Compensation: $23.00 - 25.00 per hour
** Responsibilities
* ** Design, execute, analyze, and evaluate experiments that meet R&D product development objectives using hands-on, scale-down models of manufacturing processes
* Ensure experiments are well designed and documented with clear objectives
* Technically manage small-scale laboratory projects as required
* Identify process improvement opportunities through data analysis, observation, and technical report writing in collaboration with senior scientists and technicians
* Monitor and interpret drug product study results
* Organize and execute routine experimental work in accordance with established methods, SOPs, and applicable regulatory guidelines
* Independently operate and perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment relevant to assigned work
* Recognize and communicate atypical results/deviations and support investigation and resolution as needed
* Accurately document work in batch records and/or electronic laboratory notebooks
* Write and present technical summaries at department meetings and reviews
* Collaborate with scientists, cross-functional teams, and manufacturing partners to share key learnings
* Participate in project meetings and contribute technical input
* Able to adapt to new procedures and evolving project needs in a dynamic R&D environment
* Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory work environment and encourage safe behaviors by coworkers
* Contributes to a cohesive team environment and maintains a positive attitude
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* Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline with 2 years of relevant laboratory experience will also be considered
* Master’s degree in Engineering or a related STEM field preferred
* Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience working with laboratory equipment
* Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, technical curiosity, and high learning agility
* Ability to work independently and collaborate within cross-functional teams
* Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting and presenting technical data
* Demonstrated ownership with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently
* Interest in pharmaceutical science and drug product manufacturing, with a willingness to learn and grow in this area
** Additional Preferences:
*** Experience troubleshooting scientific equipment
* Experience maintaining electronic laboratory notebooks
* Knowledge of and hands-on experience with drug product development processes (e.g., extrusion, granulation, tablet compression)
* Familiarity with basic statistical concepts and data analysis
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
* Ability to adapt flexibly and work effectively with others
* Motivation to learn and grow within pharmaceutical science and development
** Other Information:
*** Intermittent exposure to elevated noise levels may occur
* Work may involve interaction with large equipment and potential mechanical hazards

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