Hiring: R&D Formulation Scientist Company: Astrix Location: Columbus, IN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 19:28:24 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : R About the job Experience: •5+ years of relevant industry experience in microbiology, formulation development, or product development. Required Skills: •Develop, optimize, and evaluate formulations for new and existing products. •Design, execute, and document formulation studies and stability testing. •Write, review, and execute analytical and microbiological test methods. •Lead and support method validation and method transfer activities in accordance with applicable regulatory and quality requirements. •Perform microbiological testing including media preparation, culturing, plating, microbial enumeration, and environmental monitoring. •Maintain aseptic technique and ensure compliance with laboratory best practices. •Analyze experimental data, prepare technical reports, and present findings to cross-functional teams. •Accurately document laboratory activities in notebooks, protocols, and electronic systems. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field; advanced degree preferred. •3–5+ years of relevant industry experience in microbiology, formulation development, or product development. •Strong hands-on experience with formulation development and optimization. •In-depth knowledge of laboratory documentation requirements and data integrity principles. •Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. •Demonstrated capacity to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!