Process Development Scientist - San Diego
Core
Design, execute, and optimize synthetic processes for peptide API development, bridging the gap from laboratory to scalable, cGMP-compliant manufacturing.
Role type
Process Development Scientist (Peptide Chemistry)
Builds
Synthetic peptide APIs and manufacturing processes
Domain
Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology / Organic Chemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Synthetic organic chemistry, process development, analytical techniques, peptide chemistry, downstream purification, HPLC, lyophilization, technology transfer, cGMP compliance
Preferred skills
API development, scale-up, regulated manufacturing environment experience
Technologies
HPLC, lyophilization, reactor systems
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate technology transfer activities from Development to Production, Design and optimize synthetic processes for peptide API development, Perform intermediate chemical processing steps, Monitor chemical reactions and ensure proper execution, Purify crude peptide using HPLC, Conduct lyophilization and drying processes, Interpret test results and take appropriate action, Support troubleshooting of equipment and processing issues
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
