R&D Associate Scientist

Due to our continued growth, Corium Innovations is seeking a R&D Associate Scientist who will execute routine testing and semi-independent research experiments under the direction of a scientist or senior scientist. This position performs essential job duties in support of R&D and commercial products while adhering to applicable quality systems and regulatory requirements

Your most Innovative career move is here!

At Corium Innovations, we’ve led the way in innovating drug delivery technologies for millions of patients whose GI systems just can’t tolerate pills, who can’t remember to take their meds as directed, or who have needle-phobia. This is only the beginning! There’s so much more to deliver, and we need YOU to do it!

Our Purpose is to create, develop and manufacture innovative healthcare products for partners that deliver superior value to patients.

Our Goal is to be the best‑in‑class specialty CDMO through the use of innovative technologies and superior execution.

Our Company Values are core to our positive and people‑centric culture which inspires all of us to come to work every day on behalf of our people, our partners, our customers, and our patients. Through our four core values, we put people first and create opportunities to make each day better than the last.

• Celebrate Individuals:
  We ’ re looking for talent who will celebrate the uniqueness of each of our team members by encouraging everyone to bring their authentic self to work.
• Successful Together:
  We believe we ’ re better together, so we prioritize teamwork as we work to achieve our shared vision knowing each one of us has an important role to play.
• Embrace Innovation:
  We embrace new challenges and opportunities while encouraging creative thinking and innovative solutions to best meet the needs of our people and our partners.
• Pride in Ownership:
  We take pride in owning our progress and successes, feeling empowered to pursue our growth to reach our full potential. And we hope you will too!

• Perform analytical testing of R&D and commercial products.
• Execute routine laboratory experiments and semi‑independent research activities.
• Perform testing in support of transdermal development programs, including:
  • In vitro skin flux (IVPT) studies
  • In vitro drug release testing (IVRT)
  • Assay, content uniformity, and stability testing
• Aid in investigations, deviations, and corrective actions as required.
• Present ideas and experimental results verbally and in written form.
• Learn new skills and techniques and understand the scientific theory behind them.
• Learn and follow cGMP/GLP principles and relevant ICH, USP, and FDA guidance documents.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of instruments, methods, and experiments.
• Independently design, execute, and report simple experiments.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and analytical records in accordance with quality systems.

• Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in laboratory setting.
• Laboratory research skills gained through academic or professional experience.
• Working knowledge of chemistry and analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC/UHPLC).
• Basic understanding of FDA regulations, cGMP, GLP, ICH, and USP principles.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project timelines.
• Highly competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• 401(k) retirement savings account with a company match and immediate vesting.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Competitive paid vacation plan plus ~1 additional week of paid time off for our annual holiday shutdown.