PharmaCann — founded in 2014.

One of the country’s largest vertically integrated cannabis companies, providing safe, reliable, top-quality cannabis products to improve people’s lives. By investing in people, practices, and infrastructure, we are shaping a new, vital, wellness-focused industry. Our goal is to increase sustainable access to cannabis by offering effective, affordable and trusted products and services.

We are licensed in eight states to grow, process and/or dispense medical cannabis products for adult and pediatric patients, as well as for responsible adult use. We are expanding rapidly as we continue to earn new state licenses and gain recognition as a trusted resource in this evolving space.

Our dispensaries operate under the brand Verilife and are designed to help people feel better and get more enjoyment out of life by becoming comfortable with the safe, informed use of quality cannabis.

We invest in best practices at every turn to ensure people have access to the most effective options for feeling and living better. We are constantly researching and developing new forms and formulations of cannabinoid-based treatments to improve people’s well-being.

PharmaCann is seeking a Senior Research and Development Scientist to join our expanding R&D team in Holliston, MA who will assist in developing the final product formulation, process procedures and packaging of cannabis based dosage forms.

Duties and responsibilities or (Essential Functions)

●    Manage and direct a staff of R&D Scientists in developing novel cannabis based forms with a focus on foods, beverages, confections, concentrates and topicals and other forms as required. 
●    Plan experimental design and execution of lab scale, pilot scale developmental batches to support the final formulation and processes for cannabis based dosage forms including edibles (e.g. gummies, chocolates etc.), concentrates, vapes, capsules, tablets, oral liquids, concentrates, topicals etc. 
●    Evaluation and selection of active, inactive raw materials and packaging components for various products.
●    Lead the formulation of laboratory test batches to support product development, regulatory submissions and analytical method development.
●    Development of research scale dosage forms, and scale up manufacturing dosage forms and processes. 
●    Lead R&D efforts in conjunction with Engineering the technology transfer of developed processes and procedures to scale up activities in Holliston and other PharmaCann locations. 
●    Participate in activities leading to Technical Transfer, process validation and commercial production troubleshooting.
●    Clearly document and ensure all team members document all data generated and report all research work performed - includes creation and documentation of study and experimental protocol, development of experimental process, identification and corrections of developmental and manufacturing issues/problems/ observations and writing formulation development reports. 
●    Prepare and update daily, monthly report and Drug Development Plan on experimental activities and results as required. 
●    Lead and ensure  in-process and finished dosage form product testing in conjunction with the Analytical chemistry team.
●    Oversee the general operation of the R & D formulation laboratory, including maintenance of SOP’s, training and equipment validation or maintenance, lab supplies, R&D raw materials, equipment set-up and cleaning
●    Individual should have expertise and experience with food/confection/ pharmaceutical unit operations and equipment; mixing, confection cookers,  blending, encapsulation, tablet compression, finishing etc.
●    Additional responsibilities can also be assigned to support business needs.
●    Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.
●    Embodies the culture, values, and tenets of PharmaCann and full support of our purpose, goal, and key objectives. 

Additional duties include:
●    Performing his/her duties in a safe manner and environment while adhering to all governmental regulations for this industry. 
●    Ensuring 100% compliance and accuracy involving all product tracking, product security, and product movement procedures.
●    Continually strive and work with the Operations Team(s) to improve PharmaCann’s processes for improved patient safety, quality, and efficient manufacturing
●    Carrying out all duties described above in an efficient manner that also complies with all GMP’s, OSHA regulations, PharmaCann SOP’s and all applicable required procedures.

The successful candidate will hold a MS degree in Food/Confectionery Science Pharmaceutics,  Engineering, Chemical or Life Science

Minimum of 7 years related experience in foods/confection, pharmaceutical dosage form development or a BS degree with 15 years related experience or 7-10 years experience in adult-use and/or medical cannabis product development.  

Working conditions

Working in a closed laboratory environment.

Physical requirements

Physical Requirements: Include standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds, carrying glassware, repetitive tasks.

Direct reports

N/A
 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

PharmaCann, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability or genetics. We value diversity, military service, and law enforcement experience. Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with experience. Benefits are available.