Senior Scientist I, Process Chemistry

About This Role

Lead and support critical aspects of API manufacturing, overseeing technology transfer, process development, and optimization to elevate quality and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead API manufacturing technology transfer, process development, and process improvement to maintain and elevate high standards in quality and compliance
• Oversee and document processes in alignment with cGMPs, GLP, and company policies ensuring clarity and precision
• Mentor and train junior scientists and students, guiding them through best practices in process chemistry
• Execute chemistry experiments and purification procedures to develop, improve and/or validate robust API processes, based on quality-by-design
• Identify and characterize API-related impurities and degradants to ensure product integrity
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and investigations, collaborating within cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency and resolve challenges
• Present data summaries (written and oral) to communicate findings effectively within and outside your team
• Communicate openly within the group to provide and gather information to optimize efficiency
• Maintain good laboratory practices in compliance with safety and environmental requirements
• Work independently and collaboratively to achieve both individual and team goals

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field with 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience
• Strong knowledge of analytical techniques (NMR, HPLC, GC, DSC, XRD) and MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Proven experience in managing multiple tasks and adhering to timelines
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field
• 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with DynoChem or other process modelling
• Knowledgeable in the use of DesignExpert, JMP, Minitab or other DoE software

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits