Senior Analytical Chemist - Solid State Characterization
Core
Lead polymorphism and salt selection studies for synthetic molecules, acting as the solid-state representative on development projects to deploy solid-form selection strategies.
Role type
Senior IC analytical chemist (solid-state characterization)
Builds
Solid form selection strategies and analytical methods for transformative medicines
Domain
Pharmaceutical CMC development / Solid-state chemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Polymorphism screening, Salt selection, XRPD, DSC, TGA, Crystal structure prediction, Technical reporting, Method development
Preferred skills
SEM, Raman, IR, Laser granulometry, Single-crystal growth, Crystallization processes, Crystallography expertise
Technologies
XRPD, DSC, TGA, SEM, Raman, IR, Laser granulometry, Computational crystal structure prediction tools
Responsibilities
Lead polymorphism studies including screening and thermodynamic assessment, Design and conduct salt selection studies, Act as solid-state representative on development projects, Develop and implement analytical methods using XRPD, DSC, TGA, SEM, Raman, IR, and laser granulometry, Provide physical characterization support to internal partner teams, Use computational tools for Crystal Structure Prediction studies, Generate technical reports independently, Introduce innovative analytical approaches including automation and AI/modeling integration
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC