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JRS Pharma LP is seeking an experienced Scientist II to join our growing U.S. team in Patterson, NY as a key contributor to our Research & Development operations. This role plays a vital part in advancing innovative excipient solutions and supporting the development, evaluation, and optimization of products and applications that meet evolving customer and market needs.The Scientist II is responsible for planning and executing laboratory studies, analyzing and interpreting technical data, developing and optimizing formulations and processes, and maintaining accurate scientific documentation in accordance with established quality and regulatory standards. Working collaboratively across R&D, Quality, Operations, Sales, and other technical functions, this position helps translate scientific insights into practical solutions for our customers and business.This position supports JRS Pharma's commitment to scientific excellence, innovation, quality, and customer-focused solutions while contributing to the continued growth and advancement of our pharmaceutical excipient portfolio.At JRS Pharma, we take pride in turning natural, renewable resources into high-quality excipient solutions that advance global healthcare. Our warehouse and logistics teams are the backbone of this mission-ensuring our products are delivered with accuracy, care, and reliability. If you are a proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment and is passionate about optimizing people, processes, and performance, we invite you to join our team.JRS Pharma is a critical manufacturer of excipient products to the branded and generic drug, over-the-counter, and nutritional supplement industries. We offer a complete portfolio of formulation solutions for the global life science industry supported by Quality manufacturing and strong technical support. At JRS Pharma, we are dedicated to delivering sustainable and reliable products that meet the highest standards of performance and consistency. We prioritize employee safety and professional development, fostering a family culture of care and responsibility. Through strong corporate governance and a commitment to long-term security and stability, we build lasting partnership with our employees, customers, suppliers, and communities.JRS Pharma is division of the JRS Group. Founded in 1878, the JRS Group has over 140 years of history and services numerous industries across all major markets through extensive manufacturing operations, sales offices and R&D centers. Requirements:
Job title: Scientist II Work Location: Patterson, NYDivision/Department: R&DReports to: Director of R&D
Full-timeExemptEssential Duties and Responsibilities: The Scientist II position covers a broad range of duties, including research, new product development, writing detailed technical reports, maintaining the laboratories and supplies, and occasional customer interface.
The scientist is expected to be generally familiar with methods of quantitative and qualitative analysis, and the standard processing equipment used in dosage form production. In addition, the regular communication of their progress, both verbal and documentation of the details of their work is an essential part of their function. This includes daily electronic notebook entries, preparation of technical protocols and reports, and presentations for company meetings, internally, and with customers.
- Seek to better understand the needs and challenges of the industry by periodically reading trade journals, attending webinars, and at least one training course or workshop annually.
- Conduct experiments to assess and confirm the quality and functionality of JRS commercial products in support of our production facilities worldwide, and to develop new excipient products.
- Conduct functionality testing and evaluations of products in support of raw material and/or manufacturing changes. Summarize the results of testing with conclusions and possibly recommendations.
- Generate, review, and analyze formulation and process data. This includes experiment creation, documentation of experimental plans, execution of plans and trials, formal reporting and interpretation of data. Moderate emphasis on documentation.
- Test products and materials to ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Prepare and review controlled documentation; experimental protocols and reports, validation protocols and reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions.
- Carry out product testing of samples submitted by customers to support sales as necessary.
- Provide guidance and support for interns as appropriate.
- Maintain a safe working environment and report any issues that may present a danger to personnel or the facility.
- Keep laboratory equipment and instruments in clean and good working order.
- Maintain inventory of lab supplies and order as needed.
Competencies- Technical Capacity
- Decision Making
- Team Player
- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Results Driven
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in pharmaceutical technology, chemistry, science or related field. Master's degree a plus.
5+ years' experience in formulation and laboratory analysis.
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
Excellent organizational skills with emphasis on accurate documentation and data interpretation.
Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical formulation and excipient applications a preferred.
Excellent presentation skills
Must work well in team environment
Quality auditing or regulatory experience in pharmaceutical or food a plus.
Physical Requirements: Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Compensation details: 95000-120000 Yearly Salary
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