Pre-Formulation Scientist

1 week ago


South San Francisco, California, United States Cytokinetics Full time
Job Summary

Cytokinetics is a leading biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for debilitating diseases affecting cardiac muscle performance. We are seeking a highly skilled Pre-Formulation Scientist to join our research team and contribute to the development of first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and conduct pre-formulation development studies, including analytical characterization and control of small-scale stability studies.
  • Assess solubility and stability in various biorelevant media and buffers.
  • Perform dose verification analysis using HPLC.
  • Develop novel and creative solutions to overcome project obstacles and pursue relevant intellectual property opportunities.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry and regulatory guidelines and requirements.
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline with 3+ years of experience.
  • Strong knowledge of pre-formulation for small molecules and/or biopharmaceuticals, including understanding of small molecule physicochemical stability.
  • Hands-on experience with HPLC, LC-MS, SEC, and physico-chemical methods of analysis.
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
What We Offer

Cytokinetics offers a competitive salary range of $128,000-$156,000 USD, a dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. Please review our General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) policy prior to applying.



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