Job Title: Associate Director, FormulationsJob Description The Associate Director will play a pivotal role in our organization, overseeing formulation development projects, primarily in the pharmaceutical sector, and serving as a key point of contact for our clients. This position involves both technical and business feasibility assessments for proposed technologies, the development of new technologies utilizing both internal and external resources, and managing a talented team of scientists and engineers. Responsibilities + Lead customer formulation development projects (primarily pharmaceutical) and interface with clients as a key contact + Provide technical and business feasibility assessments for proposed technologies + Lead the development of new technologies using both internal and external resources + Manage a group of scientists and engineers, including experimental oversight and career development + Recommend new capabilities and instrumentation Essential Skills + Formulation + Chemistry + Pharmaceutical + Laboratory + Project management + Regulatory + Audit + Stability testing + Pharmaceutical packaging + Pharmaceutical drug + Pharmaceutical industry + Quality assurance + Compliance + Safety Additional Skills & Qualifications + Ph.D. in chemical engineering, pharmaceutical science, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline + Experience in the pharmaceutical or aligned industry of at least 8 years + Evidence of leading formulation projects to completion + Experience assessing and developing new technologies in the pharmaceutical field + Supervisory experience leading a group of scientists/engineers + Evidence of excellent scientific writing and oral presentation skills + Ability to interface successfully across the organization and with external partners + Authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis for any employer without the need for sponsorship Work Environment Our client is a growing company and the world leader in the science and technology of stability. The company conducts laboratory studies for domestic and international clients in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and consumer products industries and develops its own new technologies. Scientists work in a fast-paced environment on a wide variety of projects, including mechanistic and scientific investigations, stability-indicating method development, rapid shelf life determinations based on proprietary software, and rapid formulation using proprietary processes, including controlled release drug delivery technology. Benefits include a compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications, company-sponsored health and dental plans, a matching 401K savings plan, and a beautiful and convenient coastal Connecticut location near New Haven. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.