Sr. Scientist MSAT

Job Description

Senior Scientist - Manufacturing Science and Technology (MS&T)

Location: Greater Sacramento Metropolitan Area, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Organization:

Our client is well-established pharmaceutical company focused on delivering affordable, high-quality prescription and over-the-counter medications to the North American market. They are seeking a Senior Scientist for its MS&T team. With over a decade of industry presence, the company is driven by values of excellence, innovation, and integrity. Through strategic vertical integration, advanced technologies, and a commitment to quality, the organization aims to improve medication accessibility while maintaining stringent standards.

The company promotes a collaborative, growth-oriented culture supported by competitive compensation, robust benefits, and continuous professional development opportunities. Employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to healthcare solutions that impact lives across communities.

Position Summary:

The Senior Scientist will be a key contributor in developing and scaling manufacturing processes for sterile injectable products. This role supports the transition from laboratory development to full-scale commercial manufacturing, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead development, optimization, and scale-up of manufacturing processes for new and existing products.

Support technical transfer from R&D to manufacturing, ensuring smooth and efficient scale-up.

Drive improvements in product robustness, yield, and manufacturing efficiency.

Serve as a subject matter expert for complex sterile injectable formulations.

Collaborate across departments, including Quality, Regulatory, R&D, and Operations, to resolve technical challenges.

Author and review technical documentation including batch records, protocols, reports, and regulatory submissions (e.g., INDs, NDAs, ANDAs).

Implement and maintain process monitoring and control strategies.

Identify and coordinate work with external partners and vendors when necessary.

Mentor junior scientists and support knowledge transfer within the team.

Maintain compliance with GMP and other applicable industry standards.

Stay current with emerging technologies and scientific trends relevant to pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Perform additional duties as required by project timelines and business needs.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. or equivalent postgraduate degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or related field preferred.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in sterile/injectable product development, including formulation and scale-up.

Proven expertise in commercial and lab-scale process development.

Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration and independent problem-solving.

Experience with FDA/EMA regulatory requirements and GMP compliance.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong leadership, time management, and organizational capabilities.

Additional Requirements:

Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Sacramento metropolitan region (within ~40-mile radius).

Flexibility for extended work hours depending on project needs.

Compensation and Benefits:

Annual performance-based bonus eligibility

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan

Continued training and career development support

Equal Employment Opportunity:

This employer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Harassment or retaliation of any kind is strictly prohibited.Company Description

A top 10 pharmaceutical company with an immense amount of growth after releasing their at home COVID diagnostic tests is looking to bring on 200+ Quality Individuals through a massive hiring campaign. In their search for Quality Specialists, the organization is looking for individuals who will be responsible for reviewing and actioning customer complaints, as well as investigation into said complaints.

Job Responsibilities:

•\tConducting Post Market Activities and Post Market Surveillance

•\tManaging Customer and Product Complaint Investigation programs

Education and Experience:

•\t1 YR. of experience in a technical role in the medical device/pharma/biotech industry

•\tBachelor's degree

•\tComputer proficiency

Full-time