Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom · 17 hours ago
Research and Development Specialist
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$32/hr - $36/hr
5+ years expKelly Science & Clinical is seeking an R&D Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity with a leading small molecule CDMO. The role involves driving innovative product development and scale-up efforts through hands-on research, project leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and execute hands-on laboratory and pilot-scale trials for both new and improved drug products, ensuring rigorous data integrity and accuracy
Manage all aspects of product development trials, including sourcing materials, precise weighing, trial execution, equipment operation, and maintaining GMP-compliant documentation
Conduct thorough physical testing and visual inspections on intermediate and final products, supporting the highest standards of quality
Be a key contributor to our site expansion and facility build-out initiatives by delivering critical technical expertise and operational support
Act as the primary R&D contact with contractors, vendors, and equipment suppliers, ensuring all projects align with technical specs and timelines
Assist in commissioning, qualifying, and scaling new equipment to further R&D and pilot plant capabilities
Help coordinate maintenance, calibrations, and repairs to keep R&D and pilot areas running at peak performance
Drive process improvements that boost efficiency, safety, and compliance facility-wide
Mentor and provide tactical leadership to R&D technicians, assigning and prioritizing work to align with project demands
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and support strategic site initiatives as needed, ensuring organizational objectives are met
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or equivalent combination of education and substantial industry experience
5+ years' proven success in pharmaceutical or R&D environments, with increasing technical responsibilities and project exposure
Strong experience supporting facility and capital projects, including coordination with external partners and adherence to timelines
Confident in technical calculations (algebra, geometry) for trial and layout activities
Proficient with MS Office Suite and project management tools
Skilled at interpreting technical documents—SOPs, GMPs, construction plans, and equipment manuals
Outstanding communication, teamwork, and multitasking abilities; attention to detail is a must
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Telemedicine
Term life
Whole life
Accident insurance
Critical illness
A legal plan
Short-term disability
Retirement savings plan
Service bonus
Holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
Transit spending account
Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan
Company
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom specializes in science, engineering, technology, and telecom.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Linda Stuit
Senior Vice President, Engineering Specialty
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