Process Chemist I/II

Veranova L P • West Deptford Township, NJ

2d • $90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Process Chemist will support the transfer, scale-up, optimization, and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes from laboratory development to commercial production. Independently design and execute laboratory studies and multi-step syntheses to improve process robustness, yield, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support technology transfer, process validation, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• B.S. in Chemistry or a related field with 5+ years of relevant industrial experience in API manufacturing, process chemistry, or a related field. (Required)
• Extensive hands-on experience in multi-step organic synthesis at gram to multi-gram scale.
• Proficiency in LC-MS, HPLC, and NMR for reaction monitoring, compound identification, and process troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of chemical process development and process optimization.
• Fundamental knowledge of organic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, and/or chemical engineering principles.
• Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or a related field with 0–2 years of industrial or academic experience in organic synthesis is preferred.
• M.S. in Organic Chemistry or a related field with 3+ years of experience in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing, process chemistry, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review laboratory development work supporting new or improved processes scheduled for technology transfer.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Process R&D, Engineering, AR&D, QC, and Quality) to support process transfers and ensure reliable analytical methods for reaction monitoring and completion testing.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of laboratory, pilot-scale and commercial-scale campaigns to assess process reproducibility, robustness, and manufacturability.
• Support process characterization studies and assist in designing and performing experiments to establish acceptable operating ranges and proven acceptable limits for critical process variables including temperature, concentration, pressure, mixing, and addition rates.
• Participate in the identification and assessment of Critical Process Parameters (CPPs), Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs), and process risks.
• Prepare and review technical reports, batch records, SOPs, process validation protocols, validation reports, technology transfer documentation, and other technical documents.
• Participate in laboratory investigations and troubleshooting activities to identify root causes and support the implementation and effectiveness verification of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Support audit readiness activities and participate in customer, regulatory, quality, and EH&S audits, including inspections conducted by FDA and other regulatory agencies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health & wellness benefits.
• Access to mental health resources and wellness programs.
• Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses.
• Attractive 401(k) Plan with company match.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship.
• Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.

What This Job Offers

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