Serán is seeking a Scientist I supporting Product Development who will support the formulation and design of pharmaceutical drug under the guidance of senior team members. A typical project requires defining the drug delivery and product design challenges, developing prototypes that address the challenges, and evaluating prototype performance. The successful candidate will pair a strong fundamental understanding of physical chemistry and material science with aptitude for hands-on execution, hypothesis-driven experimental design, and data analysis. The Scientist will collaborate with experts in process development and analytical sciences to form a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary project team that consistently meets milestones and objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Follows written protocols to execute basic and advanced procedures such as analytical protocols, laboratory experiments, or manufacturing processes
- Develops experimental protocols and templates with guidance
- Identifies out of trend data and proposes hypothesis and next steps with guidance
- Summarizes, reports, and analyzes data to draw conclusions with guidance
- Contributes to laboratory, instrument, and/or equipment maintenance and coordination
- Communicates technical information to internal team
- Communicates technical information to external partners with guidance
- Participates as technical lead in project teams with guidance
- Contributes to technical reports and presentations with guidance
- Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives
Required Skills and Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
- Scientific curiosity and willingness to learn
- Experience with basic laboratory skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Communicates effectively and maintains productive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other contacts outside the company
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams
- Accepts and addresses feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict
Education and Experience
- B.S. or higher in Science or Engineering discipline
- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Motor skills required for basic laboratory operations (pouring liquids, using utensils to transfer powders, visual assessments)
