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Scientist II
Job in
Largo, Pinellas County, Florida, 33778, USA
Listed on 2026-06-06
Listing for:
Actalent
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-06
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Research Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
The Scientist II plays a key role in developing new product formulations and improving existing ones, with a focus on supporting trial runs of new products. This role leads formulation development projects from concept through scale-up, conducts in-process and stability testing, coordinates analytical testing, and supports transfer to full-scale production. The Scientist II also provides technical leadership and mentorship to Development Scientists and Technicians while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
+ Develop new product formulations and optimize existing formulations to meet customer requirements and improve product performance.
+ Research and evaluate new raw materials, incorporating new technology and innovation into product development.
+ Perform in-process testing and stability testing to ensure product performance, manufacturability, and stability.
+ Coordinate analytical testing and support method development and evaluation of testing procedures.
+ Provide regular updates on project progress to leadership and communicate clearly across functional areas.
+ Recommend process and formulation efficiencies to the R&D Director to improve product development workflows and departmental performance.
+ Act as a technical leader for the manufacture of pilot and qualification batches, including preparing supporting documentation, batch records, and protocols.
+ Write validation protocols and assist in validation activities as a technical leader.
+ Perform scale-up of production formulations and recommend procedures, product handling methods, and specialized equipment as needed.
+ Mentor, coach, and develop Scientists and Technicians, providing guidance and technical support.
+ Answer technical questions from staff within and outside the department related to research and development activities.
+ Lead process testing to confirm product performance and manufacturability.
+ Coordinate and lead the preparation of required documentation for master formulas, blending records, and tableting or filling records.
+ Collaborate with appropriate departments on new products and projects to ensure smooth execution and alignment.
+ Oversee the establishment of raw material and product specifications in cooperation with the Quality department.
+ Write protocols and summary reports for development activities and maintain accurate technical documentation.
+ Prepare and review paper formulas for initial cost estimates based on customer requests.
+ Work with Client Services to provide formulation samples to customers and perform appropriate technical follow-up.
+ Investigate production issues related to formulation, blending, and tableting, and recommend solutions.
+ Maintain accurate, legible, and complete laboratory notebook records and documentation.
Essential Skills
+ Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or a related scientific discipline.
+ Background in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, nutraceutical, or diet product industries.
+ Analytical Scientist or Chemist Background with experience in testing method development and evaluating procedures.
+ Preferably 5 years of experience in a product development role within a dietary supplement, pharmaceutical, or dry food manufacturing company.
+ Preferably 3 years of development experience with powders or solid dosage forms; effervescent product experience is a plus.
+ Knowledge of scientific development principles and terminology.
+ Knowledge of CFR Title 21, Part 111 and NSF regulations.
+ Solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and FDA regulations.
+ Ability to think creatively and apply new technology and innovation to product development.
+ Strong problem recognition skills and ability to establish and execute plans to solve technical issues.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills to build and maintain working relationships across functional areas.
+ Ability to maintain accurate, legible, and complete documentation in a regulated environment.
+ Computer proficiency with working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional
Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience in dietary supplement, pharmaceutical, or dry food product development environments.
+ Hands-on experience with powders and solid dosage forms, including effervescent formulations.
+ Demonstrated ability to lead technical activities such as pilot and qualification batch manufacturing, validation support, and scale-up.
+ Experience collaborating with Quality, Client Services, and other cross-functional teams.
+ Ability to mentor and coach junior scientists and technicians.
+ Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, documentation, and timelines.
+ Comfort working directly with vendors and clients in a technical capacity.
Work Environment
This role operates in a laboratory and production-support environment within a…
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