Associate Principal Scientist

at  Pharmaron

REQUIREMENTS:

• PhD in organic chemistry or related field
• Evidence of strong academic or industrial laboratory experience with at least 7 years’ experience in such roles
• Evidence of experience in successful application of analytical / physical skill sets to resolve high complexity chemical problems such as those required within the role
• Evidence of ability to effectively contribute to multi-disciplinary scientific teams
• The role requires meticulous attention to detail and for all work to be conducted strictly in accordance with company Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
• The job holder is required to complete all technical, procedural and policy-based training outlined in department SOPs and in department on-boarding materials prior to active participation in related work on active programs. Any relevant prior technical training is actively leveraged as part of onboard training for this senior role.

• In a multidisciplinary environment, solve problems of higher complexity for assigned projects and / or initiatives with limited guidance from a scientific supervisor / Line Manager.
• Demonstrate expertise in the core chemistry laboratory skills required to support development and / or scale up of chemical processes. Such skills include, but are not limited to, expert application of core laboratory techniques and instrumentation to positively impact API drug development. From time to time use of selected higher end instrumentation or methodologies with supervisor guidance may be
• required.
• Design and execute core experiments, interpret results, and plan additional experiments in a timely manner to solve assigned problems of high complexity.
• Actively participate in the development of new technologies or methodologies, as appropriate within the functional area.
• Effectively communicate, coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional project groups to ensure that scientific work is appropriately documented such that the broader collaborative inputs and efforts are combined to maximum effect in the production of reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Document and report results of all experiments in a manner consistent with department practices and governing policies, as applicable, which may include significant contributions to manufacture of API for GLP toxicology studies or for GMP manufacture of clinical supplies.
• Contribute to effective team planning and mentor less experienced staff on core functional technical and procedural matters as opportunities arise.
• Follow all key internal business practices and external regulations governing the role (e.g. GLP or GMP), and adhere to all corporate policies governing the business activities.