Packaging Development Scientist

Job Title:
Research Analyst – Container Closure Integrity (CCI)

Location: Sheridan Rd, North Chicago, IL 60064

Duration: 24 Months

Work Type: Onsite

We are seeking a motivated laboratory professional to support Container Closure Systems (CCS) development for parenteral and biologic drug products. This role supports sterile injectable packaging programs including monoclonal antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, and other biologics.

This is a hands‑on laboratory role focused on executing established Container Closure Integrity (CCI) methods. The position offers strong exposure to sterile packaging science within a collaborative global team environment.

This opportunity is best suited for early to mid‑career professionals looking to build or expand specialized expertise in CCI and parenteral packaging.

Bachelor’s Degree:

• 1 to 5 years of relevant industry experience preferred
• Background in pharmaceutical manufacturing, parenteral packaging, medical device packaging, or related industries preferred

Master’s Degree: relevant laboratory or packaging research

• PhD candidates
• Candidates with 15 to 20+ years of experience may be considered overqualified

• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Physics, Material Science, Engineering, or related scientific discipline.
• Understanding of sterile injectable or parenteral drug product development.
• Familiarity with laboratory experimentation and analytical method execution.
• Basic knowledge of Container Closure Integrity (CCI) concepts preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple laboratory studies concurrently.
• Strong scientific documentation and reporting skills.
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and comfortable in a lab‑based environment.

• Execute laboratory experiments supporting development and characterization of Container Closure Systems (vials, prefilled syringes, cartridges, lyophilized products).
• Perform Container Closure Integrity (CCI) testing using established methods.
• Support implementation and optimization of CCI techniques under supervision.
• Conduct data analysis and prepare technical reports.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration schedules, and documentation.
• Support innovative CCS programs and development initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external laboratories, and suppliers.
• Ensure all work complies with GxP and internal procedural requirements.
• Follow laboratory safety and compliance protocols.

• Headspace Analysis
• Microscopy
• Blue Dye Testing
• Micro‑CT Imaging

Primary focus will be on Vacuum Decay and Headspace Analysis
.

• Pharmaceutical or sterile injectable manufacturing
• Parenteral packaging
• Packaging‑related food science environments.

• Hands‑on exposure to specialized CCI technologies.
• Opportunity to grow within an expanding packaging science team.
• Experience supporting biologics and advanced sterile product development.
• Collaboration with global scientific teams.