Sr Process Scientist I
AMPAC Fine Chemicals
Summary
The Senior Process Scientist I performs professional chemist assignments requiring full use and application of chemical principles, theories, concepts, and techniques. This role is focused on scientific research, development, and testing of new products, processes, and raw materials including researching potential new products and processes by developing and testing theories on the physical and chemical properties of materials and ingredients under various conditions. This position exercises professional judgment in the evaluation and selection of applied methods enabling projects to meet established schedules or to resolve complex technical or operational problems.
Job description
Duties and Responsibilities
- Apply technical principles required for process scale-up. Has full knowledge of other manufacturing disciplines.
- Develops technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
- Perform experiments in a timely manner in conjunction with other chemists.
- Participates in production support including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Suggest solutions to technical problems associated in other departments.
- Prepare technical reports.
- Lead chemistry portion of customer calls.
- Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- 10-13 years of related experience and a bachelor's degree or 7-10 years of related experience and a master's degree or 4-8 years of related experience and a PhD degree or equivalent experience;
- PhD (preferred), Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Chemistry or Organic Chemistry.
Competencies/Skills
- Knowledge of organic chemistry
- Knowledge of engineering basic principles
- Knowledge of analytical techniques for active pharmaceutical ingredients
- Good communication skills (Oral and written)
- Organized, detail oriented and safety conscious
- Curious and creative
Working Conditions
Participates in production support including nights, weekends, and holidays. This role may involve work in laboratory or manufacturing environments with potential exposure to chemicals or other regulated substances. As a condition of employment, incumbents may be required to participate in employer-provided medical surveillance programs in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and company policy.
Requirements
- 10-13 years of related experience and a bachelor's degree or 7-10 years of related experience and a master's degree or 4-8 years of related experience and a PhD degree or equivalent experience
- Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Chemistry or Organic Chemistry
- Knowledge of organic chemistry
- Knowledge of engineering basic principles
- Knowledge of analytical techniques for active pharmaceutical ingredients
- Good communication skills (Oral and written)
- Organized, detail oriented and safety conscious
- Curious and creative
Company overview
AMPAC Fine Chemicals (AFC), an SK pharmteco company, is a United States-based contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in the custom manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), drug substances, and registered intermediates for global pharmaceutical companies. With over 80 years of combined experience, the company has mastered challenging chemistries and operates fully cGMP compliant facilities across California, Texas, and Virginia. AMPAC Fine Chemicals provides comprehensive services including process development, scale-up, and commercial production from kilogram to multi-ton quantities. The company's state-of-the-art technology platforms include commercial-scale production utilizing hazardous/energetic chemistries, high-containment facilities for high-potency APIs, chromatographic separations using simulated moving bed technology, continuous processing, and specialized capabilities for controlled substances. As part of the SK pharmteco group, AMPAC Fine Chemicals leverages global expertise to deliver innovative solutions that support the development and manufacturing of life-saving therapies for pharmaceutical partners worldwide.