Introduction to Ardena

As a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), Ardena partners with pharmaceutical companies of all sizes—from emerging biotech to global industry leaders—united by the mission to help biopharma innovators navigate drug development with precision, quality, and speed, bringing their molecules from discovery to the clinic and market. Our fully integrated services span drug substance and drug product development, manufacturing, nanomedicine, clinical logistics, bioanalytical services, state research, fill & finish, and CMC regulatory support.

With a rapidly growing international footprint, Ardena is home to over 750 professionals across six strategic locations—Belgium (Ghent), the Netherlands (Oss and Assen), Sweden (Södertälje), Spain (Pamplona), and Somerset, New Jersey (the US). Our open and transparent culture is built on collaboration, ownership, and innovation, guided by our We CARE values. We foster a communicative environment where mutual respect, accountability, and excellence empower our team.

We are looking for skilled and motivated professionals eager to grow their careers in an exciting and fast-paced environment. Whether you’re an experienced expert or just starting out, Ardena provides a dynamic workplace where you can contribute to meaningful drug development projects, expand your knowledge, and be part of a global team committed to making a difference. As an international organization, we help you navigate a career path that expands your possibilities beyond borders, opening doors to personal and professional growth without limits. Your potential to grow is limitless with us.

If you are ready to take on new opportunities, work alongside industry experts, and contribute to the future of medicine, Ardena is the place for you.
 

For the Ardena Business Unit based in Somerset (US), we are looking for a Preformulation Scientist.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

YOUR ROLE

This position contributes significantly to the successful timely development of new pharmaceutical products utilizing Catalent drug delivery systems and technologies by carrying out required preformulation/physical characterization/physical pharmaceutics/materials science and formulation development activities.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and carry out preformulation/physical characterization/physical pharmaceutics/materials science studies required for the assessment of developability of an API into a formulated product, including: solution and solid-state characterization studies, solubility/solubility enhancement studies, excipient compatibility studies, polymorph and salt screening and characterization, particle size analysis, assessment of bulk properties of powders/semi-solids and liquids.
• Design and carry out preformulation/physical characterization/physical pharmaceutics/materials science studies using traditional solid-state and solution state analytical techniques, including: XRPD, DSC, TGA, particle size, microscopy (OLM, SEM), micromeritics, rheology, powder flow, etc.
• Together with supervisor, determine general development approaches to be utilized for assigned projects, then plans and executes development work independently with minimal supervision.
• Interpret, evaluate, communicate and properly document the results of development work and make recommendations for action.
• Coordinate with AR&D, Pilot Plant/Operations, QC, QA, and other groups, activities necessary to ensure project requirements are met.

YOUR PROFILE 

• MS in Pharmaceutics or related scientific disciplines with 2+ years of industrial experience
• BS in Pharmaceutics or related scientific disciplines with 4+ years of industrial experience.
• Focus should be on preformulation studies, development of solid dosage forms, i.e. immediate/modified release tablets and capsules formulation development, drug delivery technologies, etc.
• Experience in preformulation/physical characterization/physical pharmaceutics/materials science principles and analytical techniques (XRPD, DSC, TGA, particle size, microscopy (OLM, SEM), micromeritics, rheology, powder flow, etc.). Experience in formulation development, formulation support or analytical research and development is a plus. Experience working for a contract organization is a plus.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Jade, Trios, Cerius2, JMP, Minitab) is preferred.
• Individual may be required to sit, stand, walk regularly and occasionally lift 0-20 pounds.
• Soft skills that align with our CARE values- Communicative, Accountable, Reliable, and Excellent.                                                                                                                           

 WHAT WE OFFER

At Ardena, we recognize that our people drive our success. We offer:

✔ A competitive salary with a tailor-made benefits package, including: medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment
✔ Paid Time Off

✔ Salary Range - $85,000.00-$110,000.00

✔ A dynamic, global work environment with career growth opportunities
✔ Access to Ardena Academy, our internal learning platform for professional development
✔ A chance to contribute to groundbreaking drug development projects that make a real impact

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to start your career path with Ardena? Click the application button and join us in shaping the future of drug development!