Research Associate - I - Formulation Development (Drug products)

VARITE is looking for qualified Research Associate - I in Foster City, CA. WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?A global, research-driven pharmaceutical company that focuses on developing innovative medicines in areas such as human pharmaceuticals, animal health, and biopharmaceutical contract manufacturing. WHAT WE DO?Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.

Job Title: Research Associate - ILocation: Foster City, CAContract Duration: 12 monthsPay Rate Range: $35.00 - $39.85/hr. on W2.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DOSummary:We are seeking a highly motivated, attentive, and self-driven candidate to join our team, Biologics Pre-Pivotal Formulation and Process Development. Once onboarded, the successful candidate will contribute in developing formulation and drug product processes for innovative molecules to support toxicology and early clinical stage studies. The candidate will have tremendous opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment through training and professional relationships. The ideal candidate is expected to be action oriented with high expectations of themselves and others. S/he should have good verbal and written communication interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Plan and successfully execute experiments and activities to support formulation and drug product process development work packages including molecular assessment, First-in-Human formulation development, Drug Product manufacturing process development, and clinical in-use evaluationsWith general guidance, select and run or operate scientific equipment and tools such as HPLCs, UV-Vis, CE-SDS, ICIEF etc. to ensure applicable methods and techniques are followedClearly, timely, and accurately document data in appropriate repositories such as lab notebooks, reports, protocols etcAnalyze, interpret, draw conclusion, and present or share data from experiments executed including preparation of approptiate documents such as reports and memosFully embrace a lean-agile mindset, matrix working environment, and continuous improvementHelp support key project or department stakeholders as needed to ensure that company objects are metUse established data, reports and previous results to identify inappropriate variances and concerns as well as identity and report inconsistent results to manager or supervisorParticipate in group meetings and efforts by presenting data or preparing information for others to presentSupport team initiative to drive business process excellence, scientific innovation, laboratory and work safety etc Qualifications:M.S in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific fields with 0+ years or B.S. with 2+ years of industrial experience in biologics CMC development.Hands on experience working with biologic products is strongly preferredStrong desire and ability to learn new skills and excel in a fast-moving, dynamic and evolving environment.Ability to work collaboratively with others.Organized and strong ability to work independently in multiple complex workflows. BENEFITS: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive: Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation. If this opportunity interests you, please respond by clicking on EasyApply. Know someone who would be perfect for this role? Refer to us and if they are hired, you could be eligible for our employee referral bonus! Help us grow our team with top talent from your network.VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.