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Upon successful completion of the program, participants will transition to a team aligned with their demonstrated skills, experience, and organizational needs. Throughout the program, it is expected to model technical leadership, promote a strong safety culture, and uphold Tolmar’s values.\nEssential Duties & Responsibilities (these will change slightly during rotations)\nDevelop pharmaceutical formulations utilizing Quality by Design and risk assessment concepts.\nApply regulations for drugs and medical devices, including USP, ICH and FDA regulations.\nAdhere to validated test methods, standard operating procedures, and applicable industry guidance.\nMaintain and review laboratory notebooks according to in-house standard operating procedures.\nEfficiently write and review technical reports, summaries, protocols, test methods, standard operating procedures, and other documents.\nUse technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments.\nParticipate and comply with required Tolmar training.\nInteract closely with project teams across departments and outside testing laboratories\nInterpret, review, and discuss data from outside testing laboratories.\nAssist junior team members by mentoring, training and coaching others.\nApply basic statistics for data trending and design of experiments\nPerform other related duties as assigned.\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities\nGain proficiency in the operation of analytical laboratory instruments such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, pH, GC\nGain proficiency with FDA regulations, USP, NF, ICH, EP, and their application in the laboratory.\nProficient in effectively writing and accurately reviewing technical reports, summaries, protocols, test methods, standard operating procedures, and other documents for use in the company or for submission to government agencies.\nDemonstrate understanding of drug product formulation development.\nBasic understanding of common critical quality attributes (CQAs) of drug products based on formulation and stability.\nIntroductory knowledge of:\nIntellectual property\nRegulatory requirements\nDrug-device combination product development\nBasic knowledge of:\nProcess scale-up concepts\nFormulation development concepts for specific types of pharmaceutical formulations\nDemonstrated proficiency regarding:\nGDP, GLP, and cGMPs.\nData interpretation and statistical analysis\nSafe laboratory practices, chemical handling, and equipment operation\nAbility to work well independently and within a team environment.\nExperience with laboratory and wet chemistry techniques (e.g., weighing, volumetric glassware)\nExperience in equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs.\nEffective written presentation and oral communication skills.\nExperience with word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs (e.g., MS Office, Smartsheet).\nExperience with computer systems for laboratory instrumentation and raw data handling.\nLearn and apply new technologies to problem-solving\nAttention to detail, be efficient, accurate and consistent in data compilation and review.\nWork independently and with other scientists to concurrently handle multiple projects and timelines.\nDemonstrate problem-solving in a timely manner.\nCore Values\nThis position is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:\nCenter on People: We commit to support the well-being of our patients and treat our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together with an enterprise-wide mindset that lifts the whole organization.\nAre Proactive & Agile: We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.\nAct Ethically: We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.\nConstantly Improve: We are committed to a proactive, collaborative effort to enhance our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and improving quality. We strive to be innovative, embracing calculated risk-taking that drives better ways of working.\nAre Accountable: We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.\nEducation & Experience\nPh.D., or Pharm D in a scientific Field or a Master’s degree in chemical engineering.\nMust be a recent graduate who completed the required degree within the past year.\nWorking Conditions\nWork is performed in typical office and laboratory settings and may involve exposure to pharmaceutical substances, solvents, biological materials, and pharmaceutical waste.\nCore Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm\nLocation: On Site in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA\nCompensation and Benefits\nAnnual Pay Range: $90,000 - $94,000\nBenefits information: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits\nTolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.\nTolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. 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