Principal Process Chemist - Peptides

Job Description

Job Description

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.

CordenPharma

is a leading full-service contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and pharmaceuticals Drug Products (DP) and packaging capabilities with > 2,600 employees across the world. Our services enable pharmaceutical and biotech companies to manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people's lives.

Our network in Europe and the U.S. offers flexible and specialized solutions across five technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids, & Carbohydrates; Injectables; Highly Potent & Oncology; and Small Molecules. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to providing the highest quality products for the well-being of patients.
SUMMARY Responsible for providing strong technical leadership and documentation support for development and manufacturing processes. Responsible for the planning and execution of multi-step syntheses from laboratory to full commercialization. Emphasis is on the creative application of a full range of literature and theoretical concepts from a diverse range of chemistry to the design and implementation of cost-effective processes for the manufacture of Corden pharmaceuticals. Works within a team-oriented environment with professionals from a variety of disciplines. Conducts research, analysis, synthesis, experimentation, and documentation for such purposes as process development, implementation, registration, validation, and process improvement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include the following. Other duties may be assigned

Ensures that the chemistry is capable of meeting cost, yield, throughput, and QEH&S goals on assigned processes
Leads large and/or multiple teams to accomplish the development, transfer, or implementation of technology at a lab or plant scale
Develops and supports scalable processes and provides technical expertise and support during lab and/or plant operations
Responsible for supplying management with specific project data to facilitate the budgeting process for the development, transfer and/or implementation of technology
Develops and executes procedures, processes, and methods for solutions to chemical and technical problems on lab and/or plant scale
Conducts research and development in order to improve manufacturing processes
Possesses an individual area of technical expertise, which others consult them for advice on
Adheres to GDP and SOPs in all aspects of work
LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrates a positive attitude. Supports a positive, healthy, and flexible work environment that encourages employees and coworkers to develop their full potential and expand their horizons. Leads team in the development, troubleshooting, transfer, and improvement of chemical and analytical processes. Gives regular reports to and actively solicits feedback from management.
SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of their activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Doctoral degree (PhD) in Chemistry and one year of postdoctoral experience, preferably specializing in Synthetic Organic Synthesis; plus, 5 years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Peptide experience preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and analytical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Domestic and international travel required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to work with hands; reach above shoulder height; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and low levels of toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
CORE COMPETENCIES

These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.

Demonstrates a positive attitude
Maintains a well-documented record of work performed in a laboratory notebook, laboratory reports, and campaign reports
Experience in the synthesis and purification of peptides
Has working knowledge of all plant-scale unit operations, scale-up, and plant design considerations
Understanding of chemical reactivity, potential exotherms, cross reactivity, side products and waste streams, and especially for processes they support
Regularly seeks out new learning opportunities beyond basic skills that can result in innovative approaches to technical issues
Demonstrates clear understanding of technical issues and the requirements of a viable manufacturing process; has demonstrated independent support on multiple (not necessarily simultaneously) processes
Identifies areas where change/continuous improvement is beneficial to the business, and successfully defends and implements projects
Assumes reasonable risk in trying out new, self-generated ideas
Proactive approach to problem identification and resolution
Communicates effectively in writing and verbally within and across departments and to site management; updates are clear, selective, and effective
Ability to understand and apply statistical design of experiments and draw sound conclusions from the results; uses results when solving problems, or proposing improvements
Ability to provide leadership in all process chemistry aspects of manufacturing processes; leads teams in the development, transfer, troubleshooting, and improvement of chemical processes in interactive, interdisciplinary team environment
Seeks out opportunities to learn manufacturing needs and methods that facilitate substantial process improvements; acquires new skills in state-of-the art technology and applies it to their assignments
Demonstrates skills in negotiation and influencing others
Thorough working knowledge of regulatory issues in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including cGMPs, GDP, FDA, ICH, PSM, OSHA, EPA requirements, and process hazard analysis; can interpret regulatory laws, and propose, defend, and implement cost-effective solutions
Computer skills, in the areas of: Microsoft Office Products – Word, Excel, PowerPoint; statistical analysis programs, Chemdraw and SciFinder, Laboratory Information Management System, and business systems (SAP)
Develops special expertise in products and processes; acknowledged as an expert in one or more technical areas, both within and outside site
Creates clear, concise goals and strategies that support individual's development and the site's mission; actively participates in proposing and setting Process Chemist Group and Manufacturing Department goals
Routinely demonstrates a proactive approach to problem identification and resolution
Understands Corden's business goals and contributes technically to its strategy development
Interacts with management in developing project objectives and site strategies; advises management regarding technical opportunities and advances
SALARY Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.
BENEFITS

401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
Accident Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account
Health Insurance PPO/HSA
Hospital Indemnity Plan
ID Theft Protection
Life Insurance
Paid

Maternity/Paternity

Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
Vision Insurance
This Post Will Expire on August 31, 2024

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