Thermo Fisher Scientific - Florence, SC
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Senior
Florence, SC
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
About the position
The Staff Scientist in Process Development at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is responsible for developing and implementing innovative scientific methodologies for the manufacturing and control of raw materials, production intermediates, and final products. This role involves engaging in ambitious projects across various stages of drug development, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring that processes meet client quality requirements while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Responsibilities
- Develop feasible chemical processes to synthesize drug intermediates and APIs that meet or exceed client quality requirements.
- Collect and detail reliable process data through crafted laboratory experiments.
- Analyze scientific data and summarize findings to draw logical conclusions; write technical reports and participate in technical discussions.
- Proficient in analytical techniques such as NMR, IR, UV, HPLC, GC, and MS for compound identification and structure elucidation.
- Prepare detailed process development reports to support manufacturing and regulatory needs.
- Draft and review Operating Instructions, Deviations, Change Controls, and Investigative documentation.
- Complete laboratory scale production following SOP/cGMP guidelines.
- Lead process technology transfers and provide technical support for scale-up production.
- Manage process development timelines and activities with minimal direction.
- Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills and fit within a multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
- PhD in Chemistry or equivalent experience required, with a preference for Organic Chemistry.
- 3+ years of relevant scientific experience, with pharmaceutical industry experience and/or post-doctoral experience preferred.
- Strong project management and process development experience is highly desirable.
