Scientist/Sr Scientist, Analytical R&D

Description
Scientist position responsible for providing analytical insight and support for nanoparticle and liposome based drug research and development programs. Job entails 75% laboratory work and 25% contractor management.

Experience
PhD w/ at least 3-5 yrs relevant work experience in analytical R&D in pharma or biotech. Experience with polymers highly desired.

MS w/ at least 5-10 yrs relevant work experience. Experience with polymers highly desired.

Responsibilities
Include but not limited to:

  • Analytical characterization
  • Method development and qualification
  • Analytical technology assessment
  • Specification development
  • Experimental design and evaluation
  • Troubleshooting and investigations
  • Report writing
  • Project team leadership
  • Management and oversight of contract testing laboratories

Key Skills
Combination of working knowledge or understanding of the following analytical technologies:

  • HPLC and GPC w/ various detectors
  • Particle Size Analyzers
  • Mass Spec
  • MALLS
  • NMR

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to supervise small group of direct reports.
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills

Additional Desired Skills / Work Experience (nice to haves)

  • Polymer characterization
  • Nanoparticle characterization
  • Liposome characterization
  • Complex dosage form characterization
  • Working knowledge and understanding of cGMP requirements

Company Description
Tempo Pharmaceuticals is a private biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel, nanotechnology-based therapeutics in the areas of oncology, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The Company has assembled a world-class management team, board of directors and scientific advisory board that collectively have a significant track record of business building, product development and scientific breakthroughs. Tempo is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Contact
Please email resumes to: resumes@tempopharmaceuticals.com

Senior Formulation Scientist, R&D

Description
Tempo Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motivated and energetic formulation scientist responsible for evaluation, formulation and development of new delivery technologies, such as nanoparticles, liposomes and related technologies. Applicant will work at the bench and manage a small group of bench scientists.

Experience
PhD w/ at least 5-10 yrs relevant work experience in formulation development in pharma or biotech; experience managing bench scientists a strong plus

MS w/ at least 10 yrs relevant work experience; experience managing bench scientists a strong plus

Responsibilities
Include but not limited to:

  • Developing new drug delivery technologies, such as nanoparticle and liposome formulations
  • Producing material at laboratory scale for in vitro and in vivo research
  • Developing and using analytical tools for characterizing drug product concepts
  • Collaborating closely with analytical team for specification and method development
  • Collaborating closely with chemistry manufacturing and controls department for the development and scale-up of drug products
  • Report writing and presentations

Key Skills
Working knowledge of parenteral formulation development with experience characterizing the formulation of novel controlled release/drug delivery technologies, particularly technologies at the micron or nanomaterial scale.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others in a dynamic and highly collaborative environment

Motivational leader with ability to manage a small group of scientists and/or research associates

Excellent organizational, verbal/written communication skills

Energetic self-starter with a track record of productivity and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

CompanyDescription
Tempo Pharmaceuticals is a private biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel, nanotechnology-based therapeutics in the areas of oncology, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The Company has assembled a world-class management team, board of directors and scientific advisory board that collectively have a significant track record of business building, product development and scientific breakthroughs. Tempo is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Contact Info
Please email resumes to: resumes@tempopharmaceuticals.com