Scientist, Chemical Process Development
Core
Design and implement safe, efficient, and robust chemical processes for the synthesis of drug candidates, scaling them from lab to manufacturing.
Role type
Scientist, Chemical Process Development
Builds
Novel syntheses for small molecules, peptides, oligonucleotides, and antibody drug conjugates
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing / Organic Chemistry
Required skills
Synthetic organic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, process design, route scouting, purification, characterization (Chromatography, NMR, MS, IR), data analysis
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
NMR, MS, IR spectroscopy, Chromatography
Responsibilities
Route scouting and design of chemical processes; execution of experiments aligned with portfolio strategy; analysis and sharing of experimental data; developing process knowledge for transition to clinical supply and regulatory filings
Seniority
Mid-level (0-3 years post-PhD or 4-8 years post-MSc)