Research Associate III - Formulation

Job Description

Simtra BioPharma Solutions is seeking a Research Associate III to manage analytical method development, validation, and transfer projects, as well as formulation development projects. The role involves supporting formulation scientists and other departments within the Bloomington facility. This is a 100% onsite role reporting to the Associate Director of R&D.Simtra is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Company put strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement.Role Responsibilities:

• Independently plan and execute design and technical tasks.
• Develop customer project proposals and activity schedules.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and adaptation of new technologies.
• Provide training and supervision to junior team members.
• Provide responsive customer service to external customers.
• Support department EMS and Quality Assurance initiatives.
• Devise new approaches to complex formulation and process development problems.
• Incorporate new methods and technologies for improving products/processes.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant quality and regulatory requirements.
• Develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of cGMP.
• Contribute to technical feasibility analysis.
• Evaluate results relative to product requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or related field.
• 7+ years laboratory experience (or MS/PhD in related field).
• Expertise in freeze-drying, chromatography, spectroscopy, and other analytical methods.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to use enterprise software (JDE, BPLM, Pilgrim, Trackwise, etc.).

Simtra offers:

• Day One Benefits (Medical & Dental)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Reimbursement Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Community and Volunteer Service Program
• Employee Ownership Plan
• Onsite Campus Amenities (Workout Facility, Cafeteria, Credit Union)