Senior Research Associate - Formulation Scientist
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About The Department
Our Research & Development organization brings together the best minds in life science innovation. The teams located in facilities in Lexington, Watertown, Cambridge and Seattle reflect the full R&D continuum, from early research through late-stage clinical development. Here, we are building for the future, creating a distinct R&D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas.
We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. Our R&D hub merges biotech speed and agility with large pharmaceutical company quality, resources, and stability, uniting the best of both worlds to develop new medicines for patients.
About The Department
Our Research & Development organization brings together the best minds in life science innovation. The teams located in facilities in Lexington, Watertown, Cambridge and Seattle reflect the full R&D continuum, from early research through late-stage clinical development. Here, we are building for the future, creating a distinct R&D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas.
We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. Our R&D hub merges biotech speed and agility with large pharmaceutical company quality, resources, and stability, uniting the best of both worlds to develop new medicines for patients.
The Position
Novo Nordisk is seeking a highly motivated formulation scientist to join its Drug Product Research department in Lexington, Massachusetts. The candidate will be responsible for the formulation and characterization of peptides, proteins, small molecules, and bioconjugates. This position will support therapeutic programs in multiple disease areas and will contribute to the development of novel drug delivery platforms.
Relationships
This position reports to the Head of Advanced Drug Delivery (Drug Product Research). Internal relationships include project teams and research colleagues both in Seattle, Indianapolis and around the globe. Communicates data externally when required. Individual Contributor: does not manage other employees or contingent workers.
Essential Functions
- Prepare peptide and protein injectable formulations for in vitro and in vivo studies including selection of buffers, excipients, surfactants and conducting the relevant biophysical characterization and stability studies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the selected dosage form meets the desired biophysical and biochemical profile and contribute to early screening strategies and execution
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in biophysics and formulation-based drug delivery technologies and evaluate the potential benefits and applicability of new technologies to enhance formulation and characterization capabilities
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab instruments such as biophysical characterization equipment and drug product manufacturing processes
- Implement and operate automation solutions for performing high throughput biophysical screening and formulation preparation
- Conduct laboratory work in a safe, efficient manner that ensures a safe working environment for colleagues
- Bachelor's Degree required. Degree within subject matter expertise (biological, biochemical, or pharmacological sciences) preferred
- 4+ years’ relevant technical experience required or Master’s degree within subject matter expertise can be considered
- Strong knowledge and expertise in biophysical characterization and injectable formulation development
- Experience with spectroscopy, calorimetry, light scattering, and other biophysical methods for peptide and protein injectable…
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