Chemist III

Element Materials Technology•Santa Rosa, CA

11d•$80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Element is seeking a Chemist III to join our growing Santa Rosa, CA team. In this role, you will independently manufacture and accurately document Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), intermediates, regulatory starting materials, and other chemicals in accordance with approved batch or laboratory records. You will support daily laboratory operations within our Santa Rosa facility—part of Element’s global network dedicated to advancing safety and quality—while ensuring adherence to rigorous quality, safety, and compliance standards. As assigned, the Chemist III will also take on Project Manager responsibilities, contributing to efficient workflow, customer support, and the delivery of high-quality results. You can read more about the work our Santa Rosa Lab does here: EMT Santa Rosa Lab Page $80k-$110k DOE

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry and significant experience in kilo lab/cGMP operations
3 to 6 years as Production Chemist (BS)
2 to 5 years Master's degree or PhD.
Strong laboratory skills
Skilled in the scale up of processes
Demonstrated strength in synthetic and purification techniques
Extensive cGMP experience
Demonstrates in depth understanding of the chemistry in production
Contributes and shares ideas across projects
Comfortably prepares and presents information to group and clients
Ability to work as a team member and a team leader
Ability to safely handle hazardous materials
Ability to move/lift 50 pounds
Ability to safely handle large glassware
Ability to wear respirator

Responsibilities

Supervising and or participating in manufacturing APIs, intermediates, and regulatory starting materials according to approved batch production records
Writing and technical review of cGMP documentation
Setup, use and cleaning of process equipment and maintenance of corresponding equipment logs, as applicable
Ensuring a secure supply of raw materials from reliable and qualified vendors
Dispensing and use of raw materials, and maintenance of corresponding material logs, as applicable
Maintaining schedule of manufacture activities
Participating in research and development activities without direct supervision
Maintaining accurate cGMP records and R&D lab records
Preparing project reports and/or data summaries, as needed
Understanding of and compliance with appropriate SOPs
Directing and overseeing the activities of other laboratory personnel, as assigned
Design and execution of scalable processes
Assisting in preparation of project proposals and quotations
Acting as Project Manager, when assigned
Ensuring safety and cleanliness of laboratory work areas
Cleaning glassware
Helping create a positive work environment
Other reasonable duties may be assigned as necessary