Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBrowns Rock Road, Clearwater County, Idaho, United States
About Crinetics
Crinetics is a San Diego-based pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing much-needed therapies for people with endocrine diseases and endocrine-related tumors. Founded by a team of scientists driven by the belief that rigorous innovation leads to better lives, we operate with a prolific discovery engine and a robust preclinical and clinical development pipeline.
Our culture is deeply patient-centric and team-oriented. We are known for our inclusive workplace and are proud to be a dog-friendly environment. As we shape our organization into the world's premier fully integrated endocrine company, from discovery to patients, we invite you to join us in transforming the lives of others.
About the Role
This position exists to support the critical journey of drug product formulations from early preclinical enabling studies through clinical supply for First-in-Human (FIH) trials. You will be a hands-on contributor in a fast-paced development environment, executing laboratory experiments, analyzing data, and maintaining technical documentation for oral and/or parenteral dosage forms.
Your day will involve collaborating closely with formulation scientists, analytical, DMPK, toxicology, and manufacturing teams. You will help deliver high-quality drug products while troubleshooting challenges and proposing practical solutions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic setting where scientific rigor meets a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset.
Equal Opportunity
Crinetics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, disability, marital status, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Browns Rock Road, Clearwater County, Idaho, United States
Idaho
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform hands-on formulation development activities for preclinical and early clinical drug products
- check_circlePrepare and evaluate formulations for in vivo PK, toxicology, and clinical use
- check_circleExecute laboratory experiments including formulation preparation, characterization, and stability testing
- check_circleMaintain accurate and well-documented experimental records in electronic laboratory notebooks
- check_circleSupport scale-up, tech transfer, and manufacturing activities for clinical supplies
- check_circleAssist in preparation of protocols, reports, and CMC documentation to support regulatory submissions
- check_circleCollaborate cross-functionally with analytical, DMPK, toxicology, quality, and external partners
- check_circleTroubleshoot formulation and manufacturing challenges while proposing practical solutions
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- verifiedMinimum of 3–5 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development
- verifiedExperience supporting preclinical and/or clinical formulation development
- verifiedExperience with oral dosage forms and/or parenteral formulations
- verifiedBiology and chemical laboratory environment experience
Nice to Have
Exposure to GMP manufacturing and/or clinical supply preparation.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleDiscretionary annual target bonuscheck_circleStock optionscheck_circleEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)check_circle401(k) matchMedical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Pharmaceutical Formulation Development, Oral Dosage Forms, Parenteral Formulations, Formulation Techniques, Excipients, GMP, GXP, CMC, Elns, Electronic Laboratory Notebooks.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering; Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.
Frequently asked questions about Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development at Crinetics Pharmaceuticals
What does a Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development at Crinetics Pharmaceuticals do?expand_more
A Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development at Crinetics Pharmaceuticals is responsible for the following: Perform hands-on formulation development activities for preclinical and early clinical drug products; Prepare and evaluate formulations for in vivo PK, toxicology, and clinical use; Execute laboratory experiments including formulation preparation, characterization, and stability testing; and Maintain accurate and well-documented experimental records in electronic laboratory notebooks.
What are the requirements for this Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development role?expand_more
Crinetics Pharmaceuticals is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field; Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development; Experience supporting preclinical and/or clinical formulation development; Experience with oral dosage forms and/or parenteral formulations; and Biology and chemical laboratory environment experience.
Where is the Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development role at Crinetics Pharmaceuticals located?expand_more
Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development at Crinetics Pharmaceuticals is based in Browns Rock Road, Clearwater County, Idaho, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Crinetics Pharmaceuticals has listed this Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development role as on-site.
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Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development at Crinetics Pharmaceuticals typically requires 3–5 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development at Crinetics Pharmaceuticals include Pharmaceutical Formulation Development; Oral Dosage Forms; Parenteral Formulations; Formulation Techniques; Excipients; GMP; GXP; and CMC.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering; and Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.
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Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development at Crinetics Pharmaceuticals is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.