Full-Time

Method Development/Validation Dose Formulation Analysis Scientist

Posted on 5/9/2026

Inotiv

Inotiv

1,001-5,000 employees

Global CRO for life sciences research

No salary listed

West Lafayette, IN, USA

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Category
Biology & Biotech (1)
Required Skills
FDA Regulations
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in a specifically related science such as chemistry, toxicology, or pharmacology.
  • M.S. with at least 5 years of direct work experience.
  • B.S. with at least 8 years of direct work experience.
  • Equivalent combination of related education and required work experience will be considered.
  • Comprehensive technical knowledge which includes, but is not limited to, the in-depth understanding of chemistry, instrumentation and laboratory operations.
  • Ability to develop High-Performance Liquid Chromatography methods.
  • Experience with various detection methods (Mass Spectrometry, Charged Aerosol Detector, Refractive Index, Ultraviolet/Visible).
  • Knowledge of U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations.
  • Working knowledge of and ability to adhere to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act regulations.
  • Knowledge of applicable national and state regulations, with the ability to apply these practices daily.
  • Working knowledge of general laboratory procedures.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Good written and oral communication skills; must be able to manage people on a daily basis.
  • Ability to interact constructively with clients.
  • Demonstrates effective leadership skills.
Responsibilities
  • Maintains and improves client relations.
  • Develops and validates analytical methods.
  • Operates laboratory instrumentation.
  • Writes technical protocols and reports.
  • Facilitates and trains laboratory and project management scientists.
  • Provides support and effective communication with Business Development activities.
  • Directs Laboratory Technicians, Analysts, and Project Managers.
  • Develops and maintains records to comply with appropriate regulatory requirements.
  • Maintains a clean work environment and performs equipment repair as needed.
  • May assume roles such as special projects, study manager, principal investigator, project manager, marketing, technical support, method development, and R&D discovery.
  • Reviews and maintains data associated with the study.
  • Prepares periodic progress reports for management.
  • Maintains confidential information.
  • Interacts with the community, employees, and clients.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • None, not explicitly listed as desirable in the posting.

Inotiv provides contract research services across drug discovery, preclinical testing, analytical testing, and related areas for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Its offerings combine analytical chemistry, preclinical research, and access to a broad set of research models to generate data and prepare regulatory-compliant documentation that supports drug development, safety testing, and medical device evaluation. The company differentiates itself through an integrated CRO model that pairs BASi’s analytical capabilities, Seventh Wave’s preclinical work, and Envigo’s research models in one end-to-end service. Its goal is to be a global partner for drug discovery, safety assessment, and product development by delivering scalable research services and regulatory-grade data to biopharma and medical device customers.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

West Lafayette, Indiana

Founded

1974

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What believers are saying

  • Ranked 182nd on 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 with 448% growth.
  • FY2025 revenue reached $513.0M with $138M DSA backlog.
  • Raised $27.6M via equity offerings in December 2024 for expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Qilin ransomware attack in August 2025 disrupts operations and data.
  • $11M Animal Welfare Act fine for beagle mistreatment triggers USDA scrutiny.
  • FDA prioritizes non-animal testing, slashing demand for animal models.

What makes Inotiv unique

  • BASi merged with Seventh Wave in 2018, combining analytical and preclinical expertise.
  • Acquired Envigo in November 2021, expanding research models and services.
  • Partners with VUGENE on December 11, 2025, integrating AI-driven bioinformatics.

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Company News

Stock Titan
Dec 11th, 2025
Inotiv Partners with VUGENE to Advance AI-Driven Drug Discovery and Bioinformatics Capabilities

Inotiv partners with VUGENE to advance ai-driven drug Discovery and bioinformatics capabilities. Rhea-AI summary. Inotiv (NASDAQ: NOTV) announced a strategic collaboration with VUGENE on December 11, 2025 to integrate VUGENE's cloud-based AI/ML multi-omics bioinformatics platform into Inotiv's Discovery & Translational Sciences Division. The partnership aims to accelerate AI-assisted drug discovery by improving interpretation of epigenomic, proteomic, and other molecular datasets to better predict drug efficacy and safety in early-stage research. Inotiv said the integration will enable more efficient, data-driven decision making for client discovery programs, while VUGENE expects broader application of its computational technologies in real-world research settings. News market reaction 1 alert. On the day this news was published, NOTV declined 4.48%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction. Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication. Technical Shares at 0.8414 are trading below the 200-day MA of 1.87 and 87.02% under the 52-week high. Peers on Argus 1 down. Sector peers show mixed moves, with ADVB down 9.61% and others modestly up or down. With only one peer in momentum and no shared news, the AI-focused partnership appears company-specific rather than part of a sector-wide move. Historical context. | Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst | | Dec 03 | Earnings report | Positive | +8.1% | Reported FY2025 revenue growth and sharply reduced operating loss. | | Nov 25 | Growth ranking | Positive | +3.9% | Ranked 182nd on Deloitte Technology Fast 500 with 448% growth. | | Nov 21 | Earnings date notice | Neutral | -3.9% | Announced timing and access details for FY2025 results call. | | Nov 17 | Preliminary results | Positive | -33.2% | Shared preliminary FY2025 revenue and strong DSA growth metrics. | | Oct 21 | Conference participation | Neutral | -2.2% | Outlined participation in multiple November investor conferences. | Operationally positive news has sometimes aligned with gains but also seen sharp selloffs, indicating inconsistent market confidence in updates. Over the last few months, Inotiv reported improving FY2025 results with Q4 revenue of $138.1M and FY revenue of $513.0M, alongside a narrowed operating loss of $30.9M. Recognition on the 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500(TM) and strong DSA growth, with backlog around $138M, highlight expansion. However, preliminary results on Nov 17, 2025 coincided with a -33.2% move, contrasting with the later earnings-day gain of 8.13%. Today's AI partnership adds to a pattern of strategic initiatives amid volatile reactions. Regulatory & risk context. An effective S-3 shelf filed on 2025-08-29 allows future securities offerings, including an at-the-market equity program with up to 3.0% commission. The filing highlights an auditor's explanatory paragraph raising substantial doubt about going-concern status, material weaknesses in internal control, and warns of immediate dilution risk and variable ATM proceeds. Market pulse summary. This announcement details a strategic collaboration integrating VUGENE's AI-enabled bioinformatics platform into Inotiv's Discovery & Translational Sciences Division to better analyze complex epigenomic and proteomic data. It follows FY2025 revenue of $513.0M and recognition in the 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500(TM). Regulatory filings, including the 2025-08-29 S-3, highlight going-concern language, internal-control weaknesses, and dilution risk. Investors may watch how this AI partnership translates into Discovery and Safety Assessment growth and backlog trends.

Stock Titan
Dec 23rd, 2024
Inotiv Raises $24M in Equity Offering

Inotiv completed an equity offering, raising approximately $24 million by selling 6 million common shares at $4.25 each. The offering closed on December 19, 2024, with Lake Street Capital Markets as the sole book-running manager. An option allows underwriters to purchase up to 900,000 additional shares until January 17, 2025. The funds will be used for working capital, capital expenditures, and general corporate purposes to enhance financial flexibility and support strategic initiatives.

GlobeNewswire
Dec 18th, 2024
Inotiv, Inc. Announces Pricing of Public Offering of 6,000,000 Common Shares

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind., Dec. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inotiv, Inc. (Nasdaq: NOTV) (the “Company”), a leading contract research organization...

CSIMarket
Dec 15th, 2024
Inotiv Inc. Raises $3.6M Equity Funding

Inotiv, Inc. raised $3.6 million through an equity offering of 900,000 shares at $4.25 each, following a previous offering that raised $24 million. The total $27.6 million will support its development and expansion efforts. Despite a current share price of $4.22, slightly below the offering price, Inotiv's stock has risen 32.54% over the past year, reflecting investor confidence. The capital injection aims to enhance Inotiv's market position in drug discovery and development services.

GlobeNewswire
Sep 16th, 2024
Inotiv, Inc. Amends Its Credit Agreement and Secures Additional Liquidity

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind., Sept. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inotiv, Inc. (Nasdaq: NOTV) (the “Company” or “Inotiv”), a leading contract research...