Principal Scientist, Formulation Development

Praxis

. Lead formulation strategy across programs and represent Formulation/Pharmaceutical Development on CMC and multidisciplinary project teams .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in formulation strategy and pharmaceutical development, with a strong focus on leading formulation studies and manufacturing processes for drug candidates. Possesses a deep understanding of physicochemical properties and their application in drug product design, alongside excellent communication and organizational skills.

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PhD In Pharmaceutical SciencesFormulation DevelopmentManufacturing Process DevelopmentScientific OversightCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Formulation StrategyDrug Product DesignPhase-Appropriate FormulationsScalable Manufacturing ProcessesCMC SubmissionsINDsIMPDsNDAsPhysicochemical PropertiesBiopharmaceutical Properties

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCreative Problem-SolvingHighly OrganizedSelf-Directed Decision-Making

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical DevelopmentClinical SupplyPreclinical StudiesCDMOsAgile Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead formulation strategy across programs and represent Formulation/Pharmaceutical Development on CMC and multidisciplinary project teams
Communicate strategy, risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations
Design, oversee, and interpret formulation studies for novel drug candidates, including small molecules and/or ASOs
Translate study learnings into development decisions
Develop phase-appropriate formulations and scalable manufacturing processes
Partner with Discovery and other functions to support preclinical studies and clinical development
Provide scientific oversight for formulation and process development at CDMOs
Ensure external activities meet Praxis quality, timing, and clinical manufacturing needs
Author and contribute to formulation development reports and CMC sections of INDs, IMPDs, NDAs, and related submissions
Guide scientists and external partners, bring together cross-functional teams, and resolve issues affecting program progress

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in pharmaceutical sciences, chemical or biochemical engineering, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline
8+ years of relevant industry experience
Deep understanding of physicochemical and biopharmaceutical properties and their application to formulation and drug product design
Experience leading formulation development and manufacturing process development from early-stage work through clinical supply
Strong scientific judgment and creative problem-solving in complex development environments
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to influence across functions and communicate directly and clearly
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with ability to manage multiple priorities
Self-directed decision-making and ownership in an agile environment
Curiosity, innovation, urgency, integrity, and confidence
Ability to work remotely and willingness to travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

99% of the premium paid for medical, dental and vision plans
Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
Voluntary plans to personalize coverage
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) matching up to 6% on eligible contributions
Long-term stock incentives
ESPP
Discretionary quarterly bonus
Extremely flexible wellness benefit
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Company-wide shutdowns