Crystallisation Scientist – API Process Development

Cambrex Corp.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambrex Corp. in Edinburgh is seeking a Crystallisation Scientist to drive API crystallisation process development from gram to kilogram scale, collaborating with clients and internal teams to transfer processes to manufacturing.

You will apply solid-state analytics, operate CLRs with heater/chiller units, and ensure quality and safety compliance while delivering high-purity products on schedule.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) or MSc in chemistry, chemical engineering or related field.
• Practical wet chemistry laboratory experience is essential.
• Experience with solid-state analytical techniques (XRPD, DSC, TG/DSC) desirable.
• Ability to clearly discuss complex data and work safely in a lab.
• Experience in R&D and team/project work is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute crystallisation process development projects from gram to kilogram scale.
• Characterise samples, optimise purities, yields, and particle size distributions.
• Work with CLRs, heater/chiller units and overhead stirrers to control crystallisation.
• Apply PAT tools (e.g., Blaze, FBRM, Raman) to monitor systems.
• Support technology transfer to manufacturing and comply with SHE standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Learning new skills

Project organization

Education

BSc (Hons) / MSc in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Cambrex Corp. in Edinburgh is seeking a Crystallisation Scientist to drive API crystallisation process development from gram to kilogram scale, collaborating with clients and internal teams to transfer processes to manufacturing.

You will apply solid-state analytics, operate CLRs with heater/chiller units, and ensure quality and safety compliance while delivering high-purity products on schedule.