Pharmaceutics Specialist

Employer: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Location: Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Salary: Competitive Salary

Date posted: Jan 5, 2026

Position Type: Faculty Positions, Science & Mathematics, Other Science & Technology, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Research Administration

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Details

Salary:
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Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Client-Based Researcher I

Job Summary:

Researches and adapts methodology, conducts pharmaceutical data collection and analysis, and prepares reports for client-based research.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Reviews and edits research protocols under general supervision
• Help manage material inventory by ordering supplies as needed and documentation of material receipt according to SOP
• Prepares reports and materials and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• Collects and analyzes basic research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
• Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership
• Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures according to client-based objectives and specifications
• Document daily receipt of samples, and prepare corresponding word documents for notebook documentation
• Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area

Department:

The Zeeh Pharmaceutical Experiment Station, within the School of Pharmacy, is a not-for-profit center of expertise serving faculty researchers across the UW-Madison campus as well as private sector pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical product development and drug delivery.

Compensation:

Qualified candidates can expect to earn between $47,000 and $53,000. Candidates who are highly qualified may earn between $53,000 and $70,000.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in HPLC analysis and method development
• Experience with aseptic technique inside a biosafety cabinet
• Experience with training developing scientists on lab equipment and processes
• Experience with GLP documentation practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with USP regulatory guidance
• Experience with outreach to internal and external partners
• Experience with pharmaceutical and drug delivery instruction

Education:

Required PhD in pharmaceutical science, chemistry or, related field

How to Apply:

Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the required/preferred qualifications and the skills/requirements outlined in the job summary. Please keep in mind, applicants need to articulate all requirements in their cover letter and/or resume. Applicants who have preferred qualifications/skills should share those in the cover letter and/or resume as well.

The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine who may advance to interviews. PLEASE upload both documents as a SINGLE PDF.

Contact Information:

For issues with your application, please contact Allison Miller at allison.miller@wisc.edu.