CareerPlan

Sr. Scientist II, Engineering

North Chicago, IL, usFull-time2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead research and project activities to develop and optimize scalable, robust engineering processes for peptide asset development and new technologies for peptide manufacturing.

Role type

Senior IC process scientist (peptide manufacturing)

Builds

Scalable and robust engineering processes for key modalities (small molecule APIs, antibody drug conjugates, peptides, natural products)

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Peptide manufacturing

Required skills

Chemical engineering principles (kinetics, transport phenomena, thermodynamics, mathematical modeling), experimental design, problem-solving, GxP compliance, technical transfer, continuous improvement, mentorship

Preferred skills

Author of publications/patents, subject matter expertise, cross-functional leadership

Technologies

Pilot plant, manufacturing support space, chemical kinetics, transport phenomena, thermodynamics, mathematical modeling

Responsibilities

Lead initiatives to drive operational efficiency and strengthen technology platforms, mentor junior scientific personnel, resolve key project hurdles using scientific creativity and technical expertise, author technical reports and regulatory documents, maintain autonomous performance in laboratory and pilot plant environments

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities