Associate Principal Scientist – Peptide Development Chemistry - Pharmaceutical Sciences (PS)
Core
Lead the development and manufacture of peptide-containing drug substances for early clinical-phase projects, including pure-play therapeutics and conjugates.
Role type
Associate Principal Scientist (Process Chemistry)
Builds
Investigative medicines (peptide drug substances) for clinical trials
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals / Peptide Chemistry / CMC
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Peptide chemistry development, Conjugation chemistry (linkers/targeting agents), Large-scale laboratory manufacturing, Process design and engineering, Regulatory knowledge for clinical supply, Strategic project leadership
Preferred skills
External partnership with CROs/CDMOs, Mentorship, Cross-functional collaboration, Publishing research
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Drive development and manufacture of peptide drug substances, Provide expert challenge and strategic thinking within CMC teams, Collaborate with external partners to identify specialist capabilities, Mentor and develop colleagues, Enhance scientific reputation through external engagement
Seniority
Associate Principal, hands-on IC with strategic influence