Sr. Developer (R&D, Formulations)
Hims & Hers is the leading health and wellness platform, on a mission to help the world feel great through the power of better health. We are redefining healthcare by putting the customer first and delivering access to care that is affordable, accessible, and personal, from diagnosis to treatment to delivery. No two people are the same, so we provide access to personalized care designed for results. By normalizing health & wellness challenges and innovating on their solutions, we’re making better health outcomes easier to achieve.
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About the Role:
Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (better known as Hims & Hers) is looking for an experienced Research and Development Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Developer. The Senior Developer (R&D, Formulations) will support the design and development of new formulations and scalable processes and optimization of existing formulations for solid oral dosage forms. This role involves supporting strategic planning, scientific research, formulation and process development, and collaboration across various departments progression of the oral dosage form portfolio from discovery to launch, while maintaining high standards of scientific excellence and compliance.
You Will:
Perform drug product and process development (solid oral dosages) in designing and executing experiments for scalable formulations and processes with the guidance from R&D Management. Having recognized experience in solid oral dosage formulation and process development and/or pharmacy compounding operations is highly sought.
Independently plan and execute formulation work, analyze test results, and effectively translate these into effective next steps that lead to project successes
Document experimental procedures, results, and observations accurately and comprehensively. Support testing and troubleshooting using scientific and technical knowledge
Consistently communicate project updates and support the drafting of R&D reports and review of compounding records
Contribute to scoping of new ideas or technical solutions that improve R&D efficiencies and scale up processes
Work closely with sourcing and inventory lead to ensure that raw materials are in stock for R&D benchtop and scale-up work
Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure timely progression of portfolio initiatives.
Be as a key technical resource for resolving internal and customer-related issues, providing scientific data and support.
Obtain and maintain pharmacy technician licensure in Arizona (required)
You Have:
Recognized experience in solid oral dosage formulations and corresponding intermediate and tableting process (e.g., tablets, chewables, dissolvable tablets (including disintegrating tablets), capsules, lozenges, etc.) and experience with analytical development and validation
Bachelor’s degree or higher in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering or relevant field with a minimum of 5+ years of industrial experience
Relevant experience in pharmaceutical development and process development with exposure to all stages of development (lab-, pilot-, and commercial-scale)
Knowledge of intermediate modality evaluations and solid oral dosage formulation development
Experience with process design and/or scale-up in clinical or commercial settings
Must be able to wear PPE including PAPR
Nice to Have:
Have a current registration as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Arizona
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with high-performing teams
Ability to stay cool and calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Implement and manage systems to develop processes that improve yield, enhance quality, and achieve cost savings through efficient use of raw materials and process improvements
Our Benefits (there are more but here are some highlights):
Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles
Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days
Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision, and parental leave
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
401k benefits with employer matching contribution
Offsite team retreats
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects diverse perspectives and prioritizes ethics, wellness, and a strong sense of belonging. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply—even if you're not sure if your background or experience is a perfect match.
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