Sr. Scientist

Chicago, IL, us on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

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The position will work within a process development team, specializing in molecular reagent lyophilization. Candidates should be familiar with process development methodology, GLP and Quality by Design. Experience with lyophilization cycle development is highly favored and pharma experience will be considered. Preference will be given to those with experience using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), freeze drying microscopy and moisture analysis systems. Candidate must be able to help plan, execute and statistically analyze data from complex experiments with minimal supervision and also work efficiently as a team member. The ability to pay close attention to detail and pick up new laboratory techniques quickly is vital.




Ph.D. in Engineering, biological, chemical, or physical science with typically 1+ years advanced research or industrial experience

MS with typically 4+ years advanced research or industrial experience
BS with significant industry experience with molecular process development and/ or lyophilized products will also be considered. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About this role

Summary

Develop and optimize lyophilization processes, analyze data, and work in a team within pharma industry.

Job title

Sr. Scientist

Experience level

1+ years PhD or 4+ years MS or significant industry experience

Industry

life sciences

Location requirements

must be in Chicago, IL, US, or remote allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

process developmentlyophilizationGLPQuality by Designdifferential scanning calorimetrymoisture analysis

Preferred skills

freeze drying microscopypharma experience

Specializations

molecular process developmentlyophilizationGLPQuality by Designdifferential scanning calorimetry
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chicago, IL, USA

On-site City

Chicago, IL, USA

Remote City