Pharmaceutical Computational Scientist

Job Description

We are seeking an associate scientist/scientist to join the Smart Lab within Drug Product Design and Supply.

The successful candidate will develop and deploy automation and technology processes for pharmaceutical drug candidates in a laboratory setting.

• The successful candidate will help design, prototype, and develop laboratory automation solutions for drug product development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Assist with the design and testing of modular hardware to facilitate data-rich experimentation.
• Enable the use of digital tools for machine learning and self-optimization to enhance automation goals.
• Develop novel solutions for the execution of laboratory experimentation.
• Innovate with academic and industrial collaborators to identify unmet needs and develop novel solutions.
• Partner with research scientists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver DPDS workflows for solid dosage form development.
• Implement a robotic control system for the orchestration of multiple work streams using modular laboratory equipment.
• Enable data management systems to retrieve, process, and store relevant lab data from both manual and automated experiments.
• Develop and implement data analytics tools for process optimization, process modeling, and visualization.
• Participation with departmental initiatives, continuous improvement teams, scientific presentations, and external collaborations to influence the scientific and business impact of the group.
• Experience in pharmaceutical R &D

• MS in Automation, Robotics, Engineering, Data Science, or related field
  , OR BS with 2–4 years of hands‑on lab experience
• Strong programming skills in Python or C/C++
• Experience with APIs
  , OPC
  , and digital/automated lab systems
• Familiarity with machine learning, AI agents, or Bayesian optimization
• Experience with computer vision tools for product quality analysis
• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities
• Preferred
• Hands‑on experience with robotics, lab automation, machine vision, or data analytics

• Position is Monday‑Friday 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM. Overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton, CT are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
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• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Compensation: $25-$25