- Be responsible for improving and maximizing the effective formulation loading and delivery of poorly soluble compounds, including but not limited to excipient optimization, physical/chemical modifications, and delivery enhancements.
- Develop methods, assays and tests to quantify and validate the improvements.
- Evaluate existing methodologies and adapt them for optimal use while developing and establishing novel methods for improving the solubility, stability and delivery of new molecules.
- Maintain responsibility for all materials, instruments, and data analysis across multiple projects.
- Manage external resources and projects with Contract Research Organizations regarding topics related to solubility, stability, compatibility, formulation, etc.
- Refine and continuously evolve existing pipelines to enable data-driven decision-making, acceleration through the proof-of-concept to product stages, and product validation pipelines. This includes, but is not limited to, developing micro and nano-scale assays to support pre-formulation decisions and operations.
- Develop and/or standardize protocols to support synthesis and scale-up.
- Stay apprised of new pharmaceutical and chemistry trends and implement new technologies that further enhance the capabilities of ODDITY LABS.
- Develop and present new concepts in partnership with ODDITY LABS / ODDITY leaders.
- Support up to 3 team members across their developments, providing feedback, coaching, and mentorship.
- Foster a culture of innovation and be a leader within ODDITY LABS and across ODDITY teams.
- You are a PhD, MD/PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or directly related technical field.
- You have a minimum 10 years of experience in chemistry (organic, medicinal, etc.) or related fields, with at least 4 years focusing on topical/non-topical API formulation, solubility enhancement, or other active ingredient delivery methods directly related to the job description.
- You have extensive knowledge of both organic chemistry and current pharmaceutical methods and techniques for improving and modulating solubility and deliverability.
- You are familiar with industry standard analytical and screening methodologies in this area and comfortable both developing, performing, and executing all necessary experiments and techniques, including but not limited to: recrystallizations, solvent extractions, liposomal encapsulation, spray drying, ultrasonic homogenization, etc.
- You are a hard worker with a high level of accountability. You own tasks from ideation to completion.
- You work well in a fast-paced environment.
- You are a strong problem solver with a deep curiosity and desire to tackle challenging topical and non-topical delivery challenges in a fast-shifting environment, using using both first principles and whatever other resources are at your disposal
- You are excited about building and growing a team, creating an environment that supports your team's personal / professional development and strong performance.
- You have excellent written and verbal communications with experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- You are adaptable and a team player, willing to go the extra mile and jump in on ad hoc tasks to support the overall company growth.
- This position is hiring for start in May/June 2024.
- This position will consider and sponsor candidates on a visa (OPT, STEM OPT, H1B, TN)
- This position is in-office in our Cambridge, Massachusetts laboratory.
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Chemist, Formulation - Cambridge, United States - ODDITY LABS
Description
WHO WE ARE
ODDITY ($ODD) is a consumer-tech platform transforming the global beauty and wellness market. We deploy advanced technology, including molecular discovery, synthetic biology, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision to develop exceptional products and deliver consumers a superior experience. Our digital-first brands, IL Makiage and SpoiledChild, are rapidly disrupting the offline-dominated beauty and wellness industries around the world.
ODDITY LABS is our cutting-edge biotechnology R&D center, powering science-backed product innovation through the discovery and development of new molecules, probiotics, peptides, and other biological modalities. Unlike pharmaceuticals, ingredient innovation in the beauty and wellness industry has remained stagnant for decades.
We are deploying patented, proprietary technologies and capabilities, including AI-based molecule discovery and advanced phenotypic databases, to understand the biological mechanisms that drive cellular behavior and develop uniquely efficacious products for beauty and wellness applications. Innovations from the ODDITY LABS will power game-changing products through ODDITY's current brands, as well as future brands.
Our exceptional team is passionate about using biology and technology to disrupt consumers' product expectations and shopping journeys, shifting millions of consumers from offline to online along the way. Our culture is fast-paced, innovative, agile, and offers every team member the opportunity to drive a big impact.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We're looking to hire a passionate Formulation & Delivery Chemist to add to the ODDITY LABS Product Development Team. In this role, you will play a crucial role in the formulation and topical delivery of novel molecules through industry-leading personal care products. Your responsibilities will include improving and maximizing active loading in poorly soluble API's by developing, adapting, and executing techniques and methodologies to optimize solubility and deliverability of the compounds in formulation, while supporting a highly functional and productive environment for state-of-the-art biotechnology and formulation research and development.
In this role, you will:
WHO YOU ARE
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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