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Knowing You’re Making a Difference Is the Difference

At Serán, everything we do has the potential to change lives. Knowing that we’re bringing solutions to patients, is what powers us every day.

"Great work comes from great people. We are able to help our clients bring life-changing medicines to patients because of our amazing team.”
Dan Smithey
CEO & Founder

With every addition to our team, we further our commitment to our clients’ success by improving our processes to deliver enabling medicines to patients faster. From preclinical to cGMP and beyond, Serán is looking to expand our team to join our cause.

Join a team of scientists and innovators dedicated to customer success and delivering medicines to patients faster.

Located in Bend, Oregon since 2016

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Our team enjoys the Central Oregon lifestyle with an ideal work-life balance.

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WELCOME TO BEND

Welcome to our hometown. As one of the fastest-growing cities in America, Bend has plenty to offer.

Tucked beneath dazzling mountain peaks and watered by the stunning Deschutes River, Bend is an ideal place to live. Consistently voted into the 100 best places to live in the USA, experience what makes Bend, Bend. We love it here, and we think you will too.

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CULTURE

Bend is renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit in the tech and scientific community, which is why so many highly skilled workers from around the world have made the move to call Bend home. World-famous for its outdoor pursuits and pristine beauty, Bend will quickly make you feel at home with a family friendly atmosphere.

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CLIMATE

With 300 days of sunshine throughout the year, you’ll always find people out and about throughout the seasons. Enjoy all four seasons, from the wildflowers in spring to the lakes and rivers in summer, the colors in fall, and the snow in winter. Bend has it all!

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COMMUNITY

There’s always something going on in Central Oregon. You can catch an art exhibit, dine at an award-winning restaurant, or trek the legendary Bend Ale Trail. You’ll always find something new to do with your family and friends.

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ABOUT OUR TEAM

Serán’s team are experts in particle engineering. We have decades of experience developing complex drug molecules to enable medicines.

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WHAT WE DO

Serán designs robust formulations and engineered solutions to some of the industry's toughest drug product problems.

  • Customized Drug Product Solutions

  • Invested in Customer Goals

  • Unparalleled Scientific Expertise

  • End-to-End Support

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Our Commitment to Our Employees

We’re committed to expanding our team of scientists, engineers and supporting staff to serve our clients in developing complex drug molecules into enabling medicines.

Company Culture

Our team is science-driven team is committed to quality in finding drug development solutions for our clients, advancing medicine, and the health of our communities. We value collaboration and mentoring our highly skilled workers to achieve successful outcomes.

Apply today to learn more about current opportunities at Serán.

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Hear from our team on what makes Serán different

"At Serán, your coworkers quickly become your friends, mentors, and biggest supporters!"
— Rachel from Product & Process Development
One of my favorite things about working at Serán is the people. The company culture is outstanding- I genuinely enjoy interacting with my coworkers every day and feel very thankful to be part of the team at Serán. Our leadership has done an excellent job fostering our company culture, hiring employees that are bright, hard-working, collaborative, and most-of-all, enjoyable to work with. I am very thankful to be part of the team at Serán.
— Lauren from Project Management
"I look forward to coming to work each day and collaborating with my team! I genuinely like and respect the people I work with, specifically the Quality Assurance team. I learn something new every single day and love working with such genuine, passionate people."
— Kelly from Quality Assurance
"Serán’s collaborative culture has facilitated my growth into a more well-rounded engineer. At Serán, all questions and opinions are valued and taken into consideration. This adherence to mutual respect and understanding across departments has helped me gain the confidence needed to communicate my ideas, concerns, and recommendations; empowering me to make an impact on the health of the patients our clients serve."
— Issac from Manufacturing Science & Technology
"I love working at Serán because every day I get to apply my passion for science toward projects that make a real difference to people in need while being part of an amazing team of incredibly smart, supportive, and fun people!"
— Ryan from Product & Process Development

Frequently Asked Questions

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What type of applicant is Serán looking for?

For most roles, we gravitate toward those with a scientific background and understand Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) for most roles.  Familiarity with regulatory guidelines and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) are valued throughout the company.  If you are an inquisitive problem-solver who follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) while collaborating with others to reach a common goal, then we want to hear from you!

What is the expected shift schedule?

Many in the company are expected to work standard business hours during weekdays. We manufacture seven days a week and offer alternative shifts for roles within our Manufacturing Operations, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance department. Apply to learn more about potential open positions.

Is there an option for remote work?

All employees are expected to be present at our Bend, Oregon, campus during their scheduled shift. Consideration for flexibility regarding remote work will be evaluated individually with department heads, managers, and human resources.

What is included in the benefit package at Serán?

Serán employees accrue paid time off. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs. Serán fully funds employees and their household with dental, vision and one medical plan option.  Serán covers employees with basic life and long-term disability, giving them access to increased or added coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing.

What is it like to live in Bend?

Bend offers diversity of activities, communities, and geography. Centrally located within Oregon, a weekend getaway can take you to the Pacific Ocean, urban cities, desert landscapes, or volcano peaks. These diverse environments also build communities who share interests and values for you to discover. With top-rated public schools and healthcare throughout the region, many of our employees choose to live in the surrounding communities of Bend, where they enjoy a high standard of living.

How would Serán describe its work culture?

Collaborative, respectful, and fun.  We all bring value to the way we approach a problem or contribute to a team. The common goal of delivering novel drug therapies to help people in need remains at the forefront of our collective efforts. Everyone is critical - what you do matters.