R&D Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist

Overview
Meds.com is a rapidly growing consumer technology firm operating a suite of healthcare businesses, including our flagship brand BlueChew. Our mission is to better patients' lives through innovative healthcare solutions. With a team of 350 professionals across various specialties, we've built scalable pharmacy, telemedicine, and e-commerce platforms using cutting-edge technology. As we continue our accelerated growth trajectory, we're launching new products to expand our patient base and accelerate growth. Join us in tackling exciting challenges at the intersection of healthcare and technology.
We're looking for a hands-on R&D Formulation Scientist to drive the next generation of products. Based out of our state-of-the-art laboratory located within our company-owned pharmacy in Elmhurst, IL, you will be the bridge between initial concept and commercial scalability.
You won't just be tweaking existing formulas; you will be experimenting with novel delivery systems, improving taste profiles, and ensuring the stability and efficacy of medications that reach hundreds of thousands of users.
Join our team in Elmhurst, IL - we're looking for someone who truly values and enjoys working in the lab, not just tolerates it.
Responsibilities:
Formulation Development: Lead the end-to-end development of new products, focusing on active ingredient compatibility, texture, and flavor masking.
Portfolio Support: Optimize and scale existing formulations to improve stability and patient experience.
Bench-to-Pilot Scaling: Develop compounding protocols and manufacturing processes that can transition seamlessly from the R&D lab to large-scale pharmacy production.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all formulations meet USP <795> (non-sterile compounding) and USP <797> standards where applicable, maintaining meticulous documentation for quality assurance.

Employment type
Regular Full-Time

Work arrangement
No