YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Research Scientist Formulation Development, are to: 

• Manage portfolio of Formulation Development Projects (Liquids, Semi-solids and Solids);
• Contribute and lead identification of Formulation Development strategy for assigned projects;
• Develop and communicate timelines and assess cost for Formulation Development work;
• Coordinate and execute laboratory development activities;
• Provide oversight of junior level Formulation Development colleagues to execute experimental plans and batch manufacturing;
• Coordinate external development activities (as required) by providing technical leadership and accountability for delivering timing commitments;
• Present sub-team recommendations, conclusions, and challenges to Technical Leads;
•  Lead development and/or author technical documentation to support launch and regulatory approval of projects (i.e. Development Plans and Reports and Technical Regulatory Documentation);
• Make recommendations to Marketing groups based on evolving technology and potential opportunities to improve value to our customers and consumers;
• Assure that applicable Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements are implemented and followed in local procedures related to Supply Chain Processes;
• Effectively communicate, explain, and recommend to subordinates, colleagues, and management the results of designs, studies, and/or projects in terms of new techniques or approaches for introducing/troubleshooting technologies;
• Ideate/develop/assess novel conceptual ideas with an open mind to be willing to explore new technologies, formulations, etc.;
• Solve technical problems by application of knowledge and creative thinking, creating simple, cost effective and compliant solutions;
• Develop creative, novel, practical processes/programs leading to implementation of new products or technologies which supports the business goals of the organization;
• Identify and assesses technical risks and align cross-functional project team members to assure compliance with Bayer policies and regulatory requirements;
• Control and execute technical milestones according to project timelines;
• Understand and support setting of strategy for Intellectual Property (IP), trademarks, exclusivity agreements, New Drug Application (NDA);
• Have a basic understanding of analytical/pre-formulation instruments such as HPLC, DSC, Particle Sizer etc.

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values.  More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Chemical Engineering/Chemistry with 6 years of experience in Formulation or Processing development OR a Master of Pharmaceutical Science / Food Science & Technology with 2 years of experience in Formulation or Processing Development OR a Pharm.D. or Ph.D. In Chemical Engineering/Chemistry, Biology, Food Science & Technology, Pharmaceutical Technology centered around formulation and processing;
• Industry and/or academic research experience working on product development with significant expertise in liquids, semisolid & solids processing and unit operations;
• Demonstrated ability to identify and apply the scientific aspects and communicate with all levels of personnel the results of projects;
• Ability to manage regulatory agency inquiries/documentation related to product technical issues;
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and work independently in a changing environment;
• Personal computer skills;
• Experience with Microsoft Office software & Statistical Software.