Research and Development Specialist Job Listing at Kelly Services in Colorado Springs, CO (Job ID 10088968)

Description

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an R&D Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity with one of our clients, a leading small molecule CDMO at their Colorado Springs, CO facility. If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.
Workplace: Onsite in Colorado Springs, CO

Position Title: R&D Specialist

Position Type: Contract-to-hire

Pay rate: $32-36/hour

R&D Specialist – Colorado Springs, CO

Advance Science. Accelerate Innovation. Transform Patient Outcomes.
Are you looking to work with a high-impact team dedicated to developing next-generation pharmaceutical products? We're seeking an ambitious R&D Specialist to help drive innovative product development and scale-up efforts at our client's expanding Colorado Springs facility. Join us and play a vital role in shaping tomorrow's therapies through hands-on research, project leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities
Innovative R&D Execution

• 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.

Project & Facility Expansion

• 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.

Operational Excellence

• 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.

Cross-functional Support

• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and support strategic site initiatives as needed, ensuring organizational objectives are met.

What We're Looking For

• 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.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside industry leaders and innovators
• Participate in high-impact projects accelerating life-saving therapies to market
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continued professional growth

If you are ready to lead advancements in pharmaceutical process development and play a pivotal role in our growth, we want to hear from you!

What happens next:
Once you apply, you'll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry – even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.
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Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

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About Kelly

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