Process Scientist III

AMPAC Fine Chemicals$95K — $115K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6-9 years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree; 3-6 years with a master's degree; or 1-3 years with a PhD in Chemistry or Organic Chemistry.
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities with a focus on technical principles and theories.
  • Demonstrated curiosity and creativity in research and development.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Organized and detail-oriented, prioritizing safety consciousness.

Responsibilities

  • Apply chemical principles and theories to solve complex scientific problems.
  • Conduct timely experiments and research under the lead chemist's guidance.
  • Coordinate with engineering and analytical teams on technical issues and production support.
  • Prepare technical reports and engage in customer communication.
  • Collaborate effectively in team scenarios while also thriving independently.
  • Adapt to changes and share ideas to foster a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

  • Involvement in research and testing of innovative products and processes.
  • Opportunity for professional growth in a challenging and dynamic environment.
  • Potential involvement in production support across varying schedules including nights and weekends.
  • Exposure to laboratory and manufacturing settings, enhancing hands-on experience.
  • Participation in medical surveillance programs to prioritize employee health.
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY

The Process Scientist III performs professional chemist assignments requiring full use and application of standard chemical principles, theories, concepts, and techniques. This role is focused on scientific research, development, and testing of new products, processes, and raw materials including: researching potential new products and processes by developing and testing theories on the physical and chemical properties of materials and ingredients under various conditions. This position aids projects in meeting established schedules or resolving complex technical or operational problems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Complete understanding and wide application of chemistry's technical principles, theories, and concepts. General knowledge of other disciplines.
  • Provides technical solutions to a wide range of complex problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organizational objectives.
  • Perform experiments in a timely manner under the guidance of the lead chemist.
  • Assist engineering and analytical teams with technical transfer questions offering production support.
  • Assist in preparation of technical reports and lead portions of customer call.
  • Must be able to work efficiently individually and as a team by sharing ideas and adapting to change.
  • Ability to solve problems and has strong organizational and planning skills.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • 6-9 years of related experience and a bachelor's degree or 3-6 years of related experience and a master's degree or 1-3 years of related experience and a PhD degree or equivalent experience;
  • PhD (preferred), Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Chemistry or Organic Chemistry.


COMPETENCIES/SKILLS
  • Curious and creative
  • Good communication skills (Oral and written)
  • Knowledge of analytical techniques for active pharmaceutical ingredients
  • Knowledge of engineering basic principles
  • Knowledge of organic chemistry
  • Organized, detail oriented and safety conscious


CERTIFICATION/LICENSES

  • Not applicable


WORKING CONDITIONS

Participates in production support including nights, weekends, and holidays.

This role may involve work in laboratory or manufacturing environments with potential exposure to chemicals or other regulated substances. As a condition of employment, incumbents may be required to participate in employer-provided medical surveillance programs in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and company policy.

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