Pharma Supply Chain Tech Advisor — API and Mfg Risk

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 126,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) seeks a Scientific and Technical Expert to assess API, fine chemicals manufacturing, and supply chains, producing evidence‑based recommendations for essential medicines.

Non‑laboratory, individual contributor role with emphasis on technical writing and project delivery. The role focuses on evaluating processes, translating complex information into actionable guidance, and supporting multiple donor‑funded projects within quality management procedures.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated scientific and technical writing experience, including the ability to synthesize evidence and develop clear technical assessments, reports, and recommendations.
• Experience conducting independent literature searches, database reviews, and evidence synthesis related to pharmaceutical manufacturing, synthetic routes, suppliers, or technologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrixed team environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and analyze complex chemical, manufacturing, and supply‑chain data to identify risks, gaps, and technically relevant conclusions.
• Evaluate API and KSM manufacturing processes, sourcing structures, supply‑market dynamics, and cost drivers; conduct chemical‑process technoeconomic analyses; and identify opportunities to improve supply resilience and manufacturing feasibility.
• Conduct structured literature and database reviews to assess manufacturing processes, synthetic routes, suppliers, technologies, and relevant technical evidence.
• Integrate data and scientific judgment to assess manufacturing and supply risks and recommend technically feasible mitigation options, including alternative synthetic routes, process improvements, or advanced manufacturing approaches.

Skills

Scientific writing

Analytical thinking

Project management

Independent working

Education

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry

M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry

Job description

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) seeks a Scientific and Technical Expert to assess API, fine chemicals manufacturing, and supply chains, producing evidence‑based recommendations for essential medicines.

Non‑laboratory, individual contributor role with emphasis on technical writing and project delivery. The role focuses on evaluating processes, translating complex information into actionable guidance, and supporting multiple donor‑funded projects within quality management procedures.