Sr Scientist I, R&D - Pharma

N B 1 P SERVICES LLC, Delinquent October 1, 2017 - Larkin Charter Township, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Larkin Charter Township, MI

About the position

The Sr Scientist I, R&D - Pharma position at International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) is a mid-level role focused on conducting independent research and driving R&D projects within the Pharma Solutions business unit. The role emphasizes analytical expertise, compliance with regulations, and the development of validated test methods to support pharmaceutical excipients. The position requires collaboration across departments and aims to enhance analytical system performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical and process chemistry expertise to resolve process, product, and analytical problems
• Provide the analytical technical link to the ETHOCEL and POLYOX plants
• Screen complicated service requests for value and alignment with goals
• Route analytical requests to the appropriate service provider
• Perform complex analyses and interpret and report analytical data
• Provide expertise for troubleshooting and guidance for problem solving
• Implement laboratory improvements
• Validate methods
• Anticipate analytical and product quality problems and address proactively
• Monitor and improve analytical system performance and capability
• Continuously improve and leverage analytical best practices
• Lead root cause investigations related to analytical problems
• Train others on analytical systems and technology
• Network with other technical personnel to stay current with analytical technologies and leverage technical solutions

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to independently conceptualize and conduct research
• Experience in analytical chemistry and process chemistry
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance in pharmaceutical research
• Proficiency in wet chemical analysis, viscosity, chromatographic methods, FTIR, and XRF
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot analytical issues
• Experience in method validation and laboratory improvements

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in pharmaceutical excipients
• Familiarity with Polymer Characterization
• Leadership experience in R&D projects

Benefits

• Inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunities for professional development
• Access to a diverse range of projects and technologies