Tris Pharma · 1 week ago
AR&D Scientist III - TEMP
Monmouth Junction, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$45/hr - $55/hr
5+ years expTris Pharma, Inc. is a leading privately-owned U.S. biopharmaceutical company focused on innovative medicines in ADHD, spectrum disorders, anxiety, pain, and addiction. They are seeking an experienced temporary Analytical Research and Development Scientist III to perform laboratory analyses, execute physical characterization studies, and support product development and method validation.
BiotechnologyLife ScienceManufacturingMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and state, federal and local laws
Sets up and operates analytical instruments (i.e., High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Ultraviolet Visible spectroscopy (UV/Vis), Infra-Red Spectroscopy (IR), Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC), automatic titration, Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), dissolution apparatus, etc.) to support sample testing
Performs all laboratory analyses of raw materials, IP, FP and ST samples; Prepares standard and sample solutions as required by the test methods
Performs wet chemistry tests such as Limit of Detection (LOD), pH and titration
Performs physical tests and studies (i.e., particle size, viscosity, density, rheological measurements, microscopies and thermal analysis)
Performs all necessary calculations associated with test analyses
Designs and executes pre-formulation studies (i.e., pH solubility, pH stability and excipients compatibility studies) in collaboration with Product Development (PD) department
Executes designed studies to support laboratory investigations
Performs non-routine testing such as method comparisons and evaluations
Documents all testing details and results in laboratory notebooks compliant with current Good Documentation Practices (cGDPs)
Assists and trains lower-level scientists
Creates and reviews ARD SOPs as needed
Cleans, maintains and calibrates laboratory instruments to ensure compliance with current Good Laboratory Practices (cGLPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
Cleans and organizes ARD lab areas
Performs related duties, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science field and minimum 8 years' experience in analytical/method development or method validation in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology field
Master's degree in Chemistry or related science field and minimum 5 years' experience in analytical/method development or method validation in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology field
PhD in Chemistry or related science field with 1-3 years' experience in analytical/method development or method validation in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and/or academic research field
Understanding of spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques and concepts
Hands on experience in setting up and operating multiple analytical instrumentation which may include: HPLC, UV/Vis, GC, TLC, ICP-MS and dissolution apparatus
Working knowledge of FDA and cGMPs regulations and guidances as well as DEA and OSHA requirements
Ability to perform analytical testing, calculations and data analysis
Ability to perform wet chemistry and physical characterization studies
Ability to train and mentor lower levels scientist
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members
Analytical thinking with problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects
Fluent in English (verbal and written)
Preferred
Proficiency with Empower software
Benefits
Bonus eligible
Medical
Dental
Vision
Rx insurance
401K with match
Life insurance
Paid Company Holidays
PTO
Paid Volunteer Time
Employee Resource Groups
Company
Tris Pharma
Tris Pharma is a pharmaceuticals company providing specialty generic products.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$141.6MKey Investors
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)Deerfield
2023-08-28Grant· $16.6M
2018-10-05Debt Financing· $125M
Leadership Team
Franchesca M. Fowler
General Counsel, Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer
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James Hackworth
President, Brand Division
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