About the job
Flagship Pioneering brings together scientists and entrepreneurs to launch companies that address major challenges in health, sustainability, and technology. The organization supports innovators with capital and resources, helping them advance projects in disease detection, treatment, agriculture, and artificial intelligence. Flagship’s portfolio companies have contributed to global vaccination efforts, developed new therapies, and improved agricultural sustainability. The company has received recognition from FORTUNE and Fast Company for its impact and innovation.
Role overview
The Senior Research Associate in Formulation Development will join a team focused on designing and optimizing dried powder formulations. This position centers on hands-on work with techniques such as lyophilization and spray drying, supporting early-stage platform development. The role calls for experimental precision, strong data analysis, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
What you will do
- Design, execute, and refine dried powder formulations using lyophilization and spray drying methods.
- Prioritize stability, reproducibility, and performance across different formulation types.
- Collaborate with process development teams to ensure powder formulations are stable and scalable.
- Develop experimental plans, interpret data, and help establish best practices for formulation screening, characterization, and documentation.
Requirements
- Experience with formulation development, especially dried powders.
- Hands-on skills in lyophilization and spray drying.
- Ability to design experiments, analyze results, and document findings.
- Comfort working in an early-stage, collaborative environment.

