Research Chemist

Bayer; Orizaba; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer in Mexico (Veracruz: Orizaba) seeks a Research Chemist to lead drug synthesis projects and optimize production processes while ensuring GMP compliance. You will manage procurement, design trials, and scale up from lab to production units, contributing to regulatory filings and product quality improvements.

The role requires a chemistry degree and hands-on lab experience, with knowledge of regulatory standards and continuous improvement tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in chemistry or allied field.
• Experience in a chemical laboratory or GMP environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (national and international).
• Familiarity with process technology and chemical reactions, including catalysis.
• Proficiency in MS Office and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects for synthesis of new drugs or improving chemical processes for production units.
• Manage procurement of chemical precursors and materials for projects.
• Design and conduct experimental trials for drug synthesis and process optimization under GMP.
• Scale up laboratory trials to Plant I and transfer to production units.
• Prepare and update GMP/GDP documents and process change controls.
• Prepare regulatory documentation for submission to health authorities.

Skills

English reading

Unit operations

Process equipment

Regulatory compliance

Statistics

MS Office

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Team player

Education

University degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

SAP N8P

HPLC

Job description

Research Chemist

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead projects for the synthesis of new drugs or the improvement of existing chemical processes in production units, promoting efficiency, sustainability, and profitability.
• Manage the procurement of chemical precursors and materials required to carry out the assigned project.
• Design and conduct experimental trials for drug synthesis and chemical process optimization in compliance with GMP requirements.
• Analyze data for experimental design, identify trends, and interpret results to establish scientific conclusions.
• Scale up laboratory trials to Plant I, transfer processes to production units, and provide support by proposing improvements based on the results obtained.
• Prepare scientific reports based on the results obtained from experimental trials and/or theoretical assessments.
• Prepare and update GMP/GDP documents and process change controls applicable to the Plant Laboratory area.
• Prepare regulatory documentation for submission to health authorities covering: compound structure, general properties, manufacturing process flow diagram, justification of starting materials, starting material flow diagram, discussion and control of critical process steps, specification justification, structural elucidation, impurities, preparation of reference standards, stress and photostability testing, polymorphism, impurity characterization, safety assessment, and nitrosamine risk assessment, among other topics.
• Participate in the review of Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and analyze material chemical properties, potential chemical reactions, hazardous substance release risks, and the control measures required to prevent process-related hazards.
• Perform preliminary analyses of samples obtained from laboratory trials using analytical techniques such as thin-layer chromatography (TLC), loss on drying (LOD), Karl Fischer water determination, and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), among others.
• Coordinate and conduct laboratory trials for the approval of new suppliers in order to obtain products with the required quality and yields.
• Conduct trials for the reprocessing or rework of out-of-specification (OOS) products, evaluating their technical feasibility and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in activities related to continuous improvement and comply with the quality, safety, environmental impact, and occupational hygiene standards in effect at the site.

WHO YOU ARE

• University degree in chemistry, industrial chemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry, or a related field.
• One year of experience in a chemical laboratory.
• Basic level of English, including at least reading comprehension of English-language scientific literature.
• Knowledge of unit operations and process equipment
• Knowledge of process technology and chemical reactions, including catalysis
• Knowledge of statistics and MS Office.
• Integrated Management System
• Synthesis and retrosynthesis of drugs and precursors
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (national and international)
• Operational knowledge of production units.
• Continuous improvement tools: Lean, Six Sigma, etc.
• SAP N8P
• Team player and analytical thinker.

At Bayer we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion. We aim to create an environment in which everybody can feel authentic, respected and equally valued. Every day we strive to reflect our values through our unique capabilities, self-experiences, and aspirations. We intentionally seek diversity, to enable our people to bring their fullest potential out and encourage others to likewise do so. Our company wins when we leverage our capabilities to lead the cultural transformation in our business, positively impacting society.

Candidates who meet the requirements based on the job profile will be considered for employment regardless of physical disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and will not be at a disadvantage if unemployed.

Application Period: 10/22/2026 - 11/05/2026

Division: Pharmaceuticals | Location: Mexico : Veracruz : Orizaba | Functional Area: Chemical R&D | Work Time: Full Time | Employment Type: Regular