Senior Process Chemist

Relocation eligible, competitive salary, great benefits right here in the “medical mecca” of the Midwest with Best in the Nation health systems: Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals. We offer: 2 medical plans, dental, vision, company-paid + supplemental life & income replacement benefits, 401k with company match-JOIN US!!

Essential Responsibilities:

• Hands-on laboratory chemical development of robust, safe and scalable processes for operation in Kilolab and plant equipment
• Lead one or more synthesis projects and provide support to other projects as required
• Provide strong and consistent support for pilot plant projects
• Assist in analysis of client RFPs and provide technical input to generation of proposals
• As project leader, serve as primary contact with the client, write project updates and chair teleconferences

Education and/or Experience:

• PhD level in Organic Chemistry
• 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical process development for scale up of intermediates and API into Kilolab and pilot plant facilities
• Experience in a CRO or CMO environment is desirable

Specific Skill and Requirements:

• Routinely assumes the primary investigator /project leader role
• Analyzes synthetic routes and processes provided by clients, obtains accurate process data, solves challenging synthetic chemistry and processing problems as required to meet client goals
• Has a working knowledge of cGMP regulations, process scale-up requirements, and process chemistry techniques
• Has a working knowledge of Kilolab and pilot plant operations
• Maintains strong working relationship with other departments (Analytical, PD&E, Regulatory Affairs, Client Services) and develops an understanding of the work done by these departments
• Supervises and mentors scientific staff
• Proficient in standard analytical techniques (TLC, NMR, HPLC, LC/MS, GC, etc.)

We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefit plan and a great workplace with really smart people, so join us!

--------------------------------------

Olon Ricerca Bioscience LLC. is an Equal Opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, and ancestry, known or perceived disability, age, marital status, pregnancy or other medical condition, sex (including, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws