Process Chemist III, IV, or V

Brewer Science, Inc. • Rolla, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Brewer Science, Inc. is seeking a purpose-driven candidate with an ownership mentality to fill an open position as a Process Chemist (level III, IV, or V). This position will be located in Rolla, MO. Process Chemists are integral members of the chemical manufacturing team, contributing to the development, optimization, and scale-up of manufacturing processes. These roles involve hands-on laboratory work, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, process efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related discipline and 4+ years of experience or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related discipline and 2+ years of experience or An equivalent combination of education and experience (for Process Chemist III).
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related discipline and 6+ years of experience or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related discipline and 4+ years of experience or Ph.D. in Chemistry or related discipline or An equivalent combination of education and experience (for Process Chemist IV).
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related discipline and 8+ years of experience or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related discipline and 6+ years of experience or Ph.D. in Chemistry or related discipline and 2+ years of experience or An equivalent combination of education and experience (for Process Chemist V).

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments following established protocols and procedures to support process development and optimization.
• Conduct chemical analysis and characterization of raw materials, intermediates, and final products.
• Compile and analyze experimental data, prepare technical reports, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.
• Keep a well-documented laboratory notebook and have it co-signed within two weeks.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving process-related issues by conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions; help create new testing processes.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, and inventory of chemicals and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation of the laboratory.
• Present project updates during team meetings.
• Ensure normal functioning of chemistry equipment sets, troubleshoot, and resolve issues that interfere with chemical synthesis.
• Design, conduct, and execute laboratory experiments encompassing synthesis, sample preparation, and performance characterization to evaluate process parameters, identify optimization opportunities, and troubleshoot process issues.
• Analyze experimental data using statistical methods and interpret results to draw meaningful conclusions and make data-driven recommendations.
• Collaborate with process engineers and other stakeholders to scale up laboratory processes to pilot or production scale, ensuring process robustness and scalability.
• Perform method development, expansion, validation, and documentation for methods aimed at monitoring process performance and product quality.
• Author reports on results obtained from material characterization and testing.
• Participate in technology transfer activities, including the transfer of new processes from research and development to manufacturing.
• Implement efficiency or cost reduction initiatives as appropriate.
• May train new team members or technicians.
• Create new testing processes and improve upon current processes.
• Provide processing assistance to sales and customer support for sample requests.
• Initiate action(s) to prevent the occurrence of non-conformities.
• Collaborate on process development projects from concept to commercialization, including experimental design, data analysis, and process scale-up activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff, including training on laboratory techniques, data analysis methods, and best practices in process development.
• Ensure that all process chemistry facilities, workspaces, and equipment are well maintained, cleaned, and operated in accordance with industry standards and safe practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project objectives, timelines, and resource requirements, and ensure alignment with business goals and priorities.
• Represent the process chemistry function in internal and external forums, including technical meetings, project reviews, and regulatory interactions.
• Lead major tasks within process development projects as assigned.
• Imitate and develop methods and procedures for characterization of products.
• Ensure continuous improvements in products, processes, and systems.
• Responsible for design, specification, and justification of equipment.
• Lead action(s) to identify and prevent the occurrence of non-conformities.
• Respond, in collaboration with the legal department, to patent office actions, if applicable, and prepare detailed written invention disclosure documents to facilitate the preparation of patents for legal proceedings.
• Follow and implement new practices, trends, and standards in the field by reading journals, attending professional meetings and conferences, holding discussions with experts, etc.
• Create project and resource plans that ensure projects are completed on time and by priority.
• Design, test, build, plan for, and manage chemical processes that ensure consistent, high-quality production that are scalable to high-volume processes in manufacturing.
• Ensure uninterrupted operation of process chemistry processes and equipment.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and scientific literature to identify opportunities for process innovation and improvement, and lead implementation efforts.
• Lead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives to enhance process efficiency, product quality, and sustainability, aligning with business objectives and industry trends.
• Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders to develop and execute the process chemistry roadmap, including prioritization of projects and allocation of resources.
• Independently lead all aspects of process chemistry projects, as well as leading the transfer through the product development processes.
• Provide innovative concepts and promote new ideas in process chemistry product development.
• Supervise validation of materials scaling up from bench scale processes that transfer to higher scale intermediate production to produce consistent, high-quality materials.
• Identify and communicate gaps in the product development ecosystem to management as necessary for joint resolution or risk mitigation.
• Provide regular progress reports to leadership and personnel regarding roadblocks, resource needs, results delivery and timeliness of product development projects being executed by the team.
• Provide input, feedback, guidance, and teaching to team members and peers based on knowledge, expertise, competencies, and skills.
• Assist in design, specification, justification, and installation of new laboratory or pilot-scale equipment for intermediate processes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
• Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
• Educational assistance & employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level