Join a team! We are a global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products, primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neurology, dermatology, medical aesthetic devices, international pharmaceuticals. Our 7,000 employees share a common goal and values, propelling us to provide essential care to millions of people globally. We seek dedicated individuals who share our sense of urgency, unity, and excellence.

We are looking for a trustworthy and respectful individual who consistently does the right thing. Someone who is imaginative and proactive, with a keen eye for what is possible. A perceptive and adaptive person who is action oriented. We need a disciplined, focused, and accountable team member. If you embody these values, come join our company and help us shape the future.

We are all in it together to make a difference. Be a part of a culture that doesn't just wait for change but actively creates it—where your skills and values drive our collective progress and impact.

DESCRIPTION OF JOB:

Creates and executes extensive analytical and CMC development plans for pharmaceutical active ingredients, excipients, oral and topical drug products. Provides clear and in-depth understanding of ICH guidelines and pharmacopeial requirements (USP, EP, etc) and their applications to early stage development through commercialization of oral/topical dosage forms and to support regulatory submissions. Performs data assessment and creates DOE using statistical software, such as, JUMP or Minitab, to provide extensive analytical support to product development studies, method development studies, and shelf-life assessments. Designs and executes solid state characterization studies or impurities identification/characterization using various analytical techniques such as, HPLC/UPLC, LCMS, XRD, NMR, DSC/TGA, etc. Designs and executes Dissolution method development and dissolution profiles characterizations for the different types of oral dosage forms. Creates and designs experiments in accordance with QbD/aQbD principles. Designs and executes CMC studies to support product specifications profile development and stability assessment.

Organic chemistry working knowledge is desirable, for recognition of potential degradation pathways, drug-excipient interactions, and for structure elucidation of unknown degradation products / impurities to support pharmaceutical development. Has good communication skills, is well organized and adept in identifying key project steps and corresponding timelines/deliverables. Monitors the scientific progress and budget of assigned projects. Prepares protocols and technical reports. Ensures that laboratory work under the job candidate’s direction is scientifically sound and meets project objectives. Experienced in GMP and GLP, working with regulatory agencies for successful NDA and ANDA submissions. Follows and trains members on Safety requirements for the site.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as primary technical consultant / advisor for other scientists and management

• Identifies and creates experimental study designs

• Directs laboratory work and ensures deliverables

• Prepares technical proposals and project budgets

• Provides project leadership including technical progress and financial review

• Serves as consultant / advisor to other scientists and management

• Prepares technical reports

• Trains individuals and develops training programs

• Supervises laboratory staff

• Conducts laboratory investigations for anomalous results in a compliant and thorough manner

QUALIFICATIONS

• Serves as a technical expert for pharmaceutical analysis

• Directs physical, wet chemical and instrumental analysis

• Keeps current in new analytical capabilities and advises management on industry trends and business opportunities

• Provides expert interpretation of laboratory results and designs experiments

• Prepares analytical reports and documentation for regulatory filings

• Good working knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and regulatory requirements

• Ability to exercise independent judgment based on the individual’s specialized skills in pharmaceutical analysis

• Good laboratory technique and able to train others

• Advanced troubleshooting and method development skills

• Technical project leadership abilities

• Safety minded in performance of duties

• Quality minded with ability to perform work with accuracy and in accordance with established procedures

• Effectively communicates with Manager, team members, and Senior Management

• Organized and able to perform duties in a timely manner

• Analytical

• Innovative

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

BachMa Minimum: Bachelor's or Master's degree in chemistry or related scientific field required with approximately 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical analysis.

Preferred: PhD degree in chemistry or related scientific field with ten plus years of experience in pharmaceutical analysis

As required by law, Bausch Health provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in the US. Actual compensation is influenced by many factors including skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For this role, the range of starting pay for this role is $130-175k.

Benefits package includes a Comprehensive Medical (includes Prescription Drug), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account with company contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) matching, discretionary time off, paid sick time, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, paid holidays, Employee Assistance Plan, commuter benefit, recognition awards, voluntary benefits (including Identity Theft, Student Loan and Breast Milk Shipping), employee referral bonuses and employee discounts.

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Bausch Health Companies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates collaboration.

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