Principal Process Chemist - Small Molecules API Manufacturing

Depending on level (Sr, Principal, Director, etc.), this individual is expected to lead critical aspects of API manufacturing projects including tech transfer, process development, and process optimization. In addition, this individual may will solve highly complex chemical development problems with Pharma customers and may have management of a team of reports.

Client Details

This client is a global full-service CDMO/CRO which is a top player in small molecules globally. The publicly traded company has multibillion in annual revenue and is investing heavily around the its CDMO centers and labs in New England.

Description

• Design / execute core experiments, interpret results, and plan additional experiments in a timely manner to solve assigned problems of high complexity.
• Demonstrate expertise in the core chemistry laboratory skills required to support development and / or scale up of chemical processes.
• Actively participate in the development of new technologies or methodologies.
• Effectively communicate, coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional project groups to ensure that scientific work is appropriately documented such that the broader collaborative inputs and efforts are combined to maximum effect in the production of reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Document and report results of all experiments in a manner consistent with department practices and governing policies, as applicable, which may include significant contributions to manufacture of API for GLP toxicology studies or for GMP manufacture of clinical supplies.

Profile

• PhD Chemistry or related field.
  5-15+ years of Biotech/Pharma experience in Process Chemistry with increasing responsibility including in a CDMO setting.
• Must of a significant track record in successful application of analytical / physical skill sets to resolve high complexity chemical problems.
• At AD or Director level, must have direct Big Pharma experience in Process Chemistry.

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary.
• Bonus and full benefits package.
• Fantastic culture: team made up of science-driven, patient-centric staff who are highly collaborative at all levels.
• Strong investment into facilities - $2m+ invested into process chem capex.
• Growth opportunity and ability to take on more responsibility.
• Open to hiring around levels including Sr Scientist up to Director.
• Global company with strong financial backing; adding headcount due to growth.

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