Formulation Associate III (On-Site - Northern Illinois Lab)

Purpose and Scope

Person is responsible for the development of pharmaceutical formulations by collaborating with others and taking into account department timelines and scientific objectives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Development of pharmaceutical formulations utilizing Quality by Design (QbD) and risk assessment concepts.
• Evaluate physical and chemical characterization studies on experimental batches to develop new and improve existing products.
• Prepare placebo and active formulations for evaluation in drug-device combination products.
• Assist in writing documents for regulatory submissions.
• Source raw materials and work with outside vendors.
• Evaluate formulations for functionality and propose additional formulations.
• Participate in required annual hazardous waste training. Hazardous waste involvement may include, but is not limited to container and tank management and inspections, generation of hazardous waste as a part of production or sampling processes and transfer of hazardous waste between lab procedure area, satellite accumulation and storage. Respond to spills per the Chemical Spill Procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Introductory knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Intellectual property
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Drug-device combination product development
  
  
  
  
• Basic knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Process scale-up concepts
  • Formulation development concepts for specific types of pharmaceutical formulations
  
  
  
  
• Demonstrated proficiency regarding:
  
  
  
  • GDP, GLP, and cGMPs.
  • Data interpretation and statistical analysis
  • Safe laboratory practices, chemical handling, and equipment operation
  
  
  
  
• Moderate oral communication and established documentation skills. Cross-departmental communication
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to work on problems of diverse scope in which analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

Core Values

This position is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar's Core Values:

• Center on People: We commit to support the well-being of our patients. We are committed to treating our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together.
• Are Proactive & Agile: We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.
• Act Ethically: We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.
• Constantly Improve: We are committed to a collaborative & proactive effort to improve our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency & improving quality.
• Are Accountable: We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.

Education & Experience

• BS or Masters in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Biological Engineering required combined with BS: 4+ or Masters: 2+ year's pharmaceutical laboratory work experience or equivalent.

Working Conditions

• Office, laboratory, pilot scale, and manufacturing settings. Will be exposed to solvents, bio-hazardous materials, hazardous waste, and pharmaceuticals.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual Pay Range: $75,000 to $85,000
• Benefits information: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits

Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.

Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

Bachelors of Chemical Engineering (required)
Bachelors of Chemistry (required)

4 years: *BS or Masters in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Biological Engineering required combined with BS: 4+ or Masters: 2+ year's pharmaceutical laboratory work experience or equivalent. (required)