Company Information

You Matter to Cambrex.

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance, drug product, and analytical services across the entire drug lifecycle. With more than 40 years of experience and a growing team of over 2,400 professionals servicing global clients, Cambrex is a trusted partner in branded and generic markets for API and dosage form development and manufacturing.

Your Work Matters.

At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:

• engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
• learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
• strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, Life, LTD, retirement savings and more! Can we make this broader language, so it fits in all markets, e.g., that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

Your Future Matters.

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

Job Overview

Position is directed toward optimization of existing chemical routes and development of alternate chemistry toward key synthetic intermediates and APIs. Carries out multistep chemical synthesis and product isolation/purification operations in the laboratory, independently or as part of an integrated team. Chemist utilizes modern analytical tools to determine identity and purity of products made during projects. Communication with clients in regular team meetings; prepares R&D reports at the conclusion of projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and carry out multistep organic syntheses, isolation, and purification of targeted products.

• Must possess a strong understanding of modern organic synthesis methodologies.

• Must have a thorough understanding of modern analytical and spectroscopic techniques and be able to interpret the corresponding data and spectra.

• Ability to conduct literature searches for specific target compounds and be able to use the literature to base a design of alternate routes to these compounds. Requires ongoing professional development to keep abreast of current scientific literature and discuss these findings with colleagues.

• Must demonstrate a proficiency to carry out laboratory syntheses and purification techniques on scales ranging from milligrams to several kilograms, and design and implement process modifications.

• Requires excellent time management with the ability to manage projects on-time without supervision.

• Ability to author and review comprehensive reports at the conclusion of projects for internal and customer use.

• Mentor and direct research activities of junior staff members.

• Work closely with other chemistry and analytical laboratory staff to coordinate project activities and resource usage.

• Work to ensure that a spirit of teamwork and cooperation always exists within the group.

• Conduct laboratory operations in a safe manner. Maintain familiarity with the company’s chemical hygiene plan. Exhibit safety awareness and safe work practices.

• Follow responsible actions regarding chemical disposal. Maintain compliance with all regulations at the federal, state, and local levels.

• Must demonstrate effective communication skills (both interpersonal and presentations). Participate in project team meetings with customers.

• Work closely with manufacturing and GMP operations to coordinate project related equipment and activities.

All employees are required to adhere to EPA, DEA, FDA and cGMP regulations as they relate to the operation of the Company; and to adhere to all company safety rules and procedures. All employees are expected to report to work regularly and promptly. Other duties relating to departmental mission, not specifically detailed in this section may be assigned.

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

Education/knowledge requirements

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field with minimum 10 years of experience or M.S. in Chemistry or related field with minimum 14 years of experience or B.S. degree in Chemistry or related field with 18 years of experience in lab environment, pharmaceutical experience preferred.

Demonstrated ability to transfer processes to commercial scale manufacturing.

Excellent verbal and written communication/interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a diverse team environment are essential.

Position COMPETENCIES:

Organic Chemistry Knowledge: High level of understanding of advanced theories in Organic Chemistry/Process Development.

Cross Discipline Knowledge: Good understanding of the principles of cross-functional departments, including analytical chemistry and engineering.

GMP/Regulatory Knowledge: High level demonstration of the GMP controls and understanding of regulatory requirements; Solid understanding of site SOPs, industrial CMC requirements, and demonstrates an ability to steer clients toward best outcome.

Instrumentation: Very high-level understanding of front-line technology in the field (HPLC, NMR, MS, automated reactor platforms, in-situ reaction monitoring, etc.) strong a bility to train others and advanced troubleshooting ability.

Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills, often leading technical calls with clients.

Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and solve problems.

Time Management: Very good organizational skills and time management. Able to work on several key items at once including two or more medium complexity projects at once.

Leadership: Strong demonstration of mentorship and development of peers, partner lines and ability to support initiatives with other sites.

Technical Documentation and Review: Strong a bility to generate key technical documents with minimal RFT issues and to review documents for others. Basic ability to write new SOP, keep current lab notebook while practicing GDP.

External Influence: Strong demonstrated a bility to independently steer client or technical teams; ability to redirect and point out scope change; good ability to work with site leadership team and steer local initiatives.

Industry Credibility and Rapport: Demonstrated reputation as a leader within the Cambrex chemical development community. Good publication record, where possible, and strong contributions to the Cambrex portfolio.

Operational Excellence: Demonstrated ability to participate and share leadership on local OE initiatives.

Change Orientation: Demonstrated contribution of input and ideas for larger Cambrex system level changes.

Cambrex is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Cambrex Charles City offers an extraordinary opportunity, a competitive salary, and an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental, vision care and prescription, life, LTD, STD; 401(k) with employer match; tuition reimbursement; and the ‘Arthur I. Mendolia Scholarship Program.’ Relocation assistance will be offered for this position.

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