25 Feb
MA - Associate R & D Scientist
Massachusetts, Holliston , 01746 Holliston USA

Vacancy expired!

Job Description

The Associate Research and Development Scientist will assist in developing the final product formulation, process procedures, and packaging of cannabis-based dosage forms. The incumbent will be required to follow strict company and regulatory protocols and maintain a high level of discretion with proprietary formulas and company data.

Duties and responsibilities or (Essential Functions)

Under the guidance and direction of the R&D Manager or R&D Scientist the Associate R&D Scientist will be;

● Conducting experimental design and execution of lab scale, pilot scale developmental batches to support the final formulation and processes for cannabis based dosage forms including edibles, capsules, tablets, oral liquids, concentrates, topicals, flower, and other applicable forms supporting new product development.

● Evaluation and selection of active, inactive raw materials and packaging components for various products

● Formulate laboratory test batches to support product development, regulatory submissions and analytical method development

● Assist with the development of research scale dosage forms, and scale-up manufacturing dosage forms and processes

● Assist in the technology transfer of developed processes and procedures to scale up activities across the company

● Participate in activities leading to Technical Transfer, process validation, and commercial production troubleshooting

● Clearly document all data generated and report all research work performed - includes creation and documentation of study and experimental protocol, development of the experimental process, identification and corrections of developmental and manufacturing issues/problems/ observations, and writing formulation development reports

● Conduct in-process and finished dosage form product testing in conjunction with the Analytical chemistry team

● Assist in the general operation of the R & D formulation laboratory, including maintenance of SOP’s, training and equipment validation or maintenance, lab supplies, R&D raw materials, equipment set-up and cleaning

● The individual should have familiarity with pharmaceutical unit operations and equipment; blending, encapsulation, tablet compression, and coating, etc.

● Additional responsibilities can also be assigned to support business needs

● Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community

● Embodies the culture, values, and tenets of PharmaCann and full support of our purpose, goal, and key objectives

Additional duties include:

● Performing his/her duties in a safe manner and environment while adhering to all governmental regulations for this industry

● Ensuring 100% compliance and accuracy involving all product tracking, product security, and product movement procedures

● Continually strive and work with the Production Team to improve PharmaCann’s processes for improved patient safety, quality, and efficient manufacturing

● Carrying out all duties described above in an efficient manner that also complies with all GMP’s, OSHA regulations, PharmaCann SOP’s and all applicable required procedures

Qualifications

● The successful candidate will hold a BS degree in food science, pharmaceutics, chemical or ife Science with minimum of one -3 year related experience in confectionery, food or pharmaceutical science or a minimum of three years cannabis dosage form-related process or manufacturing experience.

● Good documentation skills

● Attention to detail

● Problem solving skills

● Effective communication skills

● Strong work ethic

● Proven ability to work independently while following written and/or verbal instructions

● Willingness to learn and improve each operation

● Working knowledge of Google Suite

Working conditions:

The employee will be required to work independently in a laboratory setting

This role often uses laboratory equipment and manufacturing machines

This role is required to wear a company provided uniform while performing laboratory functionsThis role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers

Will require some travel up to 25%

Physical requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a phone, read, speak and listenThis employee is frequently required to stand for long periods of time, walk constantly, use hands or feet, reach with hands and arms and may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

PharmaCann, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability or genetics. We value diversity, military service, and law enforcement experience. Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with experience. Benefits are available.

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