Principal Scientist, Mixed Modalities, Sterile Product Development

Nerdgigs

Rahway, New Jersey, USA
$169,700.00 - $267,200.00; bonus/equity: annual bo...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Parenteral drug product development
Sterile product formulation
Process development and scale-up
Nerdgigs is seeking a Principal Scientist for their Mixed Modalities team within Sterile Product Development, focused on creating parenteral dosage forms. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in drug product development and a proven track record in sterile formulation, with a collaborative spirit to drive innovation and mentor junior scientists

Job Summary

  • The Mixed Modalities team develops parenteral dosage forms across a range of modalities from preclinical to commercialization, ensuring robust composition, packaging, and processes.
  • The Principal Scientist will provide strategic and technical leadership, supporting both early and late-stage development candidates and collaborating across functions.
  • The role involves mentoring junior scientists, maintaining professional networks, and driving key capability evaluations and technology selection.

Matching Summary

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Nerdgigs is seeking a Principal Scientist for their Mixed Modalities team within Sterile Product Development, focused on creating parenteral dosage forms. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in drug product development and a proven track record in sterile formulation, with a collaborative spirit to drive innovation and mentor junior scientists.

Salary

$169,700.00 - $267,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, sick days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • parenteral drug product development
  • sterile product formulation
  • process development and scale-up
  • drug product composition
  • primary packaging compatibility
  • regulatory filings support
  • cross-functional team leadership

Nice-to-have

  • innovative thinking and initiative
  • mentorship of junior scientists
  • external academic community network
  • strategic and innovation objectives

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. with 8+ years industry experience
  • M.S. with 10+ years industry experience
  • B.S. with 14+ years industry experience
  • Experience with sterile products for IV, IM, SC routes
  • Experience with QbD principles and DOE studies
  • Experience with process scale-up and technology transfer
  • Experience authoring regulatory filings (FDA, ICH)

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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