Process Chemist

Senior Staffing Consultant II - Pinnacle Performer at Beacon Hill - Life Sciences DivisionLocation: Cambridge, MA Open to all levels Pay: DOE OverviewOur client is searching for a dynamicContractor Process Chemistto join the growing Process Research and Development team. The Senior Scientist / Principal Scientist will be able to follow programs as they proceed through development as supporting the overall drug substance development and manufacturing activities. The successful candidate needs to demonstrate a proven track record of solving technical challenges while supporting GMP manufacturing. ResponsibilitiesSolve technical issues related to drug substance manufacturing by providing hands-on laboratory support within the chemical development group including process design, optimization, scale-up, process intensification, process characterization, and spike-and-purge studies to bring a clinical phase program to commercial readiness. Work with external CMO/CRO teams to enhance/support their laboratory experimentation Author internal technical reports based on in-house laboratory research and provide critical review of similar reports generated at external CMO/CROs Identify key knowledge gaps and execute plans to ensure process understanding is commensurate with a given program’s stage of clinical development In-depth knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry QualificationsMS or PhD in organic chemistry with 5+ years (MS) or 3+ years (PhD) of industry experience Demonstrated laboratory experience developing processes to produce small molecule pharmaceuticals from early to late-stage development Ability to navigate and be successful in a fast-paced, highly-matrixed work environment Effective verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated experience with organic chemistry instrumentation and interpretation including HPLC, LCMS, GC, NMR and applicable software (ChemDraw, Excel, Word, Powerpoint) Preferred QualificationsWorking knowledge with DSC, TGA, and XRPD instrumentation and familiarity with Mettler‑Toledo equipment are preferred Demonstrated scientific contribution to the synthetic community evidenced by presentations and publications Regulatory writing experience including IND/IMPD/NDA/MAA drug substance quality modules Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment typeFull-time Job functionScience IndustriesPharmaceutical Manufacturing Biotechnology Research Research Services BenefitsMedical insurance Vision insurance 401(k)#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-04