Job Details

Job Title: Scientist - Process Development - II
Duration: 17+ Months
Location: Foster Coty, CA94404

Client's Process Technologies & Development team is seeking a highly motivated contractor to play a foundational role in establishing and operationalizing a new Primary Container Development Laboratory. This role is ideal for a hands-on individual who enjoys building systems from the ground up and maintaining high standards of scientific rigor.
The contractor will support the setup of the new lab facility, ensure equipment is properly installed, qualified, and maintained, and develop organizational systems to keep laboratory operations running smoothly. The role also involves operating a wide range of laboratory equipment, designing and executing high-quality experiments, supporting method readiness, and maintaining scientific excellence.
This position directly supports development workflows involving container closure systems, device interface evaluations, product compatibility studies, and process characterization.

Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Operations & Equipment Expertise

• Support the setup and launch of the new Process Technologies & Development lab, including workspace organization, equipment installation support, and qualification readiness.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a broad range of primary container and analytical laboratory equipment, including:
  • Leak detection systems
  • Headspace analyzers
  • Optical and particle counting microscopes
  • MicroCT scanners
  • Automatic filling equipment
  • Filtration and mixing tanks
  • Balances and related instrumentation
• Independently refine and develop laboratory processes and equipment workflows to improve efficiency, robustness, and usability.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs, calibration records, and instrument readiness documentation.
• Ensure laboratory organization, including consumables tracking, chemical inventory, and compliance with safety, quality, and documentation requirements.
• Partner with Facilities, Metrology, EH&S, and cross-functional Process Development teams to support seamless lab operations and timely issue resolution.

Scientific Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Apply sound scientific judgment in planning and troubleshooting experimental studies.
• Support method development, workflow optimization, and evaluation of new technologies relevant to primary container development and characterization.
• Drive continuous improvement in lab workflows, equipment utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain a culture of cleanliness, organization, and scientific excellence within the laboratory.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related technical field.
• Hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry) with strong familiarity in equipment operation and laboratory best practices.
• Demonstrated experience designing and executing experiments with strong attention to detail and scientific rigor.
• Excellent organizational skills with a proven ability to maintain a clean, structured, and efficient laboratory environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting laboratory setup, including equipment installation, qualification, and initial operational readiness.
• Familiarity with a broad range of laboratory equipment, including routine operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Experience with studies involving:
  • Container Closure Integrity (CCI)
  • Extractables and Leachables
  • Device-drug interface evaluations
  • Fill-finish operations
• Ability to design and refine lab workflows that improve efficiency and usability across teams.
• Prior experience working within cross-functional development teams.

Why Join Us?
This contract role offers the opportunity to support high-impact development programs, expand technical expertise in primary container development, and collaborate with cross-functional teams working on advanced drug product development. The role directly contributes to ensuring the delivery of safe, stable, and high-quality medicines to patients.