Senior Chemist

About this opportunity : The Senior Chemist is responsible for research and technical development of strategic innovative technology to improve oligo manufacturing processes for Avecia's clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Efficiently progress Chemist & Analytical Chemist aspects of new technology developments toward commercialization Oversee experimental plans and ensure sound scientific methods are employed Ensure collection of reproducible and reliable data Actively participate in internal and external collaborations Maintain the safety environment and foster the culture of Nitto safety Report status of assigned activities to upper levels Develop formal project charters and schedules Oversee laboratory experiments in support of the department's technology portfolio Ensure laboratory documentation meets standard scientific record keeping practices Write and review scientific reports for internal record and client submission Participate in client meetings to report updates Foster cross functional collaboration with Chemists and Engineers across other departments Adhere to all company and departmental environmental health and safety policies and procedure Maintain and update the knowledge of new technology, especially for oligonucleotide manufacturing Investigate and propose new technologies that will improve productivity, quality, and reduce Product Mass Intensity (PMI) of oligo processes Internal and external presentations (including conference presentations) Ensure that project requirements and timelines are met Plans and manages the deployment of T&I technical resources to meet, as effectively as possible, the objectives and priorities of the business in the areas of new technology development Responsible for review reports and laboratory documents

Required Skills/Abilities:

In-depth understanding of oligonucleotide manufacturing and markets sufficient to critically evaluate the merits of new ideas with other experts Ability to stay current with new technologies and propose ideas with maximum impact Bachelor's degree and 8+ years related experience in engineer-related discipline, Master's degree and 5+ years related experience in engineer-related discipline, or Ph. D. degree and 1+ years related experience in engineer-related discipline. Sound data analysis and application of statistics Ability to resolve complex non-routine problems requiring in-depth scientific evaluation of concepts Ability to design meaningful experiments which are strategic to the project outcome (especially proof of concept) Ability to carry out multiple projects operating in parallel Ability to manage a small team Strong written and verbal communication to speak to both technical and business-related implications of assigned projects Solid phase synthesis, oligonucleotide synthesis and GMP drug manufacturing knowledge and experience are desired The annualized salary range for this position is $103,800.00 - $127,000.00.