Principal Formulation Scientist
Principal Formulation Scientist
Nutramax Laboratories
Lancaster, SC
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Summary of the Position: Design and execute formulation experimental designs for developing scientifically sound formulations and processes for both new and existing products
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Develop formulations for veterinary and consumer nutritional and pharmaceutical solid dose products, soft chews, powders and liquids
- Assist in sourcing excipients or active ingredients to be used in the formulations
- Work as part of product development team and develop product formulas based on team objectives and to assist in sourcing excipients or active ingredients to be used in the formulations
- Produce product prototypes and trial batches in compliance with established procedures
- Work with operations to translate formula and pilot production into full-scale production
- Work with operations to improve/optimize existing product formulas as needed
- Design and initiate studies to support prototype development, investigations, product evaluations
- Working knowledge analytical methods and tests, including microbiological
- Analyzes new ingredients for compatibility in new formulations
- Become familiar with semi moist product formulation and manufacturing
- Provide input into early-stage product concepts
- Evaluate potential ingredients and formulas for manufacturability
- Produce and maintain accurate records of all product development activities (pilot non-commercial batch production), including formulas and pilot batch records
- Maintain awareness of new developments in ingredients, dosage forms, and other related topics and share with the team when relevant
- Work with operations to evaluate equipment requirements for pilot-scale production
- Develops and leads staff by providing technical direction and constructive feedback while creating a learning and mentoring environment
- Perform other assigned duties as may be required in meeting company objectives
- Regular attendance is required.
- Communicate effectively with other departments within the organization and function within a team environment.
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in solid dosage formulation, food, scale up and manufacturing trouble shooting of dietary supplements and/or pharmaceutical products (animal health a plus).
3 years’ experience of pet product formulation/flavor systems
Education and Experience: Minimum BS/BA in chemistry, pharmacy, food science, life sciences, engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree preferred in relevant field
Preferred Doctoral degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry, Nutrition, PharmD or other related life sciences
Supervisory Responsibilities: Formulation Technician
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Seniority level
Not Applicable -
Employment type
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Job function
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Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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