What is the salary for the Softgel Formulation Scientist role at Tishcon Corp?

The listed annual base salary range is $100K–$120K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Softgel Formulation Scientist role at Tishcon Corp based?

This role is based in Westbury, NY.

How many years of experience does this Softgel Formulation Scientist role require?

The posting calls for 2–5 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Softgel Formulation Scientist role work with?

gelatin, plasticizers, plant-based polymers, enteric coatings.

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Softgel Formulation Scientist

Q: What techniques or methods are required for this Softgel Formulation Scientist role?

accelerated stability studies, real-time stability studies, pre-formulation testing, compatibility studies.

Tishcon Corp · Westbury, NYtodayverified 1 h ago

$100k – $120kfrom the posting

BS-level Formulation / Compounding roles on Crosslinked list a median of $89k (41 that show pay).

Design softgel fill and gelatin/vegetarian shell formulations and scale them to commercial encapsulation.

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Why it is interesting. Own both fill and shell formulation, including plant-based shell alternatives, and scale them onto commercial encapsulation lines.

Might not be for you. Dietary-supplement focus with heavy cGMP/FDA documentation; must lift heavy raw materials for pilot batches.

Mostly at the benchDeep specialistMethodical pace First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials rolegel mass formulations (gelatin, plasticizers, and non-animal alternatives like Starch, Carrageenan); plant-based polymers; enteric coatings

Seniority: Mid-level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 2–5 yrs
Industry: Chemicals
Role: Formulation / Compounding

Materials

gelatinplasticizers3 rolesplant-based polymersenteric coatings

Techniques

accelerated stability studiesreal-time stability studiespre-formulation testingcompatibility studies

Benefits

pension

Role details

Company Overview Tishcon Corp is a reputable contract manufacturer and product formulation company with over a four decades of experience in developing innovative health and wellness products. Our facilities are FDA-registered and adhere to NSF cGMP certified guidelines, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.

The Softgel Formulation Scientist is responsible for designing, developing new softgel formulations and optimizing existing softgel formulations for dietary supplements. Responsible to wok on fill formulations (liquids, suspensions, or pastes) and gel mass formulations (gelatin, plasticizers, and non-animal alternatives like Starch, Carrageenan etc.) to ensure stability, safety, and scalability.

Job Summary

The Softgel Formulator leads bench-scale formulation development and process optimization for softgel products. This role involves selecting raw materials, executing pre-formulation testing, evaluating dietary ingredient compatibility, supporting tech transfer to commercial manufacturing while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and troubleshooting manufacturing issue related to the softgel formulations.

Report To: Director of R&D

Key Responsibilities

Design fill liquid/suspension formulations and gelatin and vegetarian shell compositions (including plasticizers, colorants, and enteric coatings) tailored to specific active ingredients.
Perform physical and chemical compatibility studies between the inner fill formulation and the gel ribbon/shell.
Design and oversee accelerated and real-time stability studies to evaluate shelf-life, leakage, cross-linking, and degradation.
Collaborate with manufacturing department and encapsulation operators to transfer lab-scale formulas to commercial softgel encapsulation machinery.
Resolve technical issues of commercial batches related to capsule leakage, ribbon thickness, drying times, oxidation, fill precipitation, degradation, Cross-linking, out of specifications, other physical defects etc.
Prepare standard operating procedures (SOPs), master manufacturing formulas and technical reports in compliance with FDA and cGMP guidelines.
Perform pilot/ lab scale R&D trials as needed. Must be able to lift heavy raw materials for pilot batches.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s, in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: 2–5+ years in formulation R&D with softgel encapsulation.

Technical Skills

Deep understanding of lipid chemistry, surfactants, co-solvents, gelatin, plasticizers (glycerin, sorbitol), and alternative plant-based polymers.
In-depth knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and FDA regulations.
Effective communication skills to work across multi-disciplinary teams.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person