Senior Scientist, Process Chemistry

Title: Senior Scientist, Process Chemistry

 

Location: Coventry, RI

 

Unfortunately, we cannot support work visa permit applications for this role

 

$95,000-$115,000 salary range

 

 

About Pharmaron

 

Pharmaron is a global CRO (Contract Research Organization) helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.

We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects, 1,000+ CMC programs, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules, ADC's, biologics, and gene therapies and we work with more than 3,000 global customers. To learn more, visit www.pharmaron.com.

 

 

Position Summary

 

As a Senior Scientist, Process Chemistry you will lead and support critical aspects of API manufacturing by overseeing technology transfer, process development, and process optimization.

Additional tasks:

• Lead API manufacturing technology transfer, process development, and process improvement to maintain and elevate high standards in quality and compliance.
• Oversee and document processes in alignment with cGMPs, GLP, and company policies ensuring clarity and precision.
• Mentor and train junior scientists and students, guiding them through best practices in process chemistry.
• Execute chemistry experiments and purification procedures to develop, improve and/or validate robust API processes, based on quality-by-design.
• Identify and characterize API-related impurities and degradants to ensure product integrity.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and investigations, collaborating within cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency and resolve challenges.
• Present data summaries (written and oral) to communicate findings effectively within and outside your team.
• Communicate openly within the group to provide and gather information to optimize efficiency.
• Maintain good laboratory practices in compliance with safety and environmental requirements.
• Work independently and collaboratively to achieve both individual and team goals.
• Perform other related assignments and duties as required.

 

What We're Looking For:

 

We are seeking individuals who have strong communication skills with attention to detail who thrive in fast-paced environments.

 

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field with 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience
• Strong knowledge of analytical techniques (NMR, HPLC, GC, DSC, XRD) and MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Familiarity with DynoChem or other process modelling is an asset.
• Knowledgeable in the use of DesignExpert, JMP, Minitab or other DoE software is an asset.
• Proven experience in managing multiple tasks and adhering to timelines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

 

 

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Why Pharmaron?

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China. Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.

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