Pharma API & Supply-Chain Solutions Advisor

BioSpace; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 126,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

USP seeks a technical advisor with deep expertise in active pharmaceutical ingredients, fine chemicals manufacturing, and related supply chains. The role emphasizes evaluating processes, identifying vulnerabilities, and delivering evidence-based recommendations, including alternative routes and advanced manufacturing approaches.

The position is a two-year fixed-term role focused on donor-funded projects, with strong emphasis on scientific rigor, regulatory excellence, and collaborative

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry with 2+ years in API or fine chemicals; or M.Sc. with 5+ years in API or fine chemicals.
• Strong scientific and technical writing to synthesize evidence into clear assessments and reports.
• Experience performing literature searches, database reviews, and evidence synthesis for pharma manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and analyze complex chemical, manufacturing, and supply-chain data to identify risks and conclusions.
• Evaluate API and KSM manufacturing processes, sourcing structures, and cost drivers; perform technoeconomic analyses.
• Conduct structured literature and database reviews on manufacturing processes, suppliers, and technologies.
• Develop evidence-based assessments, risk profiles, and recommendations for technical audiences.
• Prepare SOPs, protocols, and project documentation; review records and documents.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Independent work

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry

M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry

Job description

USP seeks a technical advisor with deep expertise in active pharmaceutical ingredients, fine chemicals manufacturing, and related supply chains. The role emphasizes evaluating processes, identifying vulnerabilities, and delivering evidence-based recommendations, including alternative routes and advanced manufacturing approaches.

The position is a two-year fixed-term role focused on donor-funded projects, with strong emphasis on scientific rigor, regulatory excellence, and collaborative