Process Chemist

Adesis, Inc.; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription Coverage

Dental & Vision

FSAs / HSA options

Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) company match

Paid Time Off

Annual bonus

Job summary

Adesis Inc., a premier contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), is seeking a Manufacturing Process Chemist to support development, optimization and tech transfer of commercial compounds. You will operate and clean lab equipment and execute established protocols with guidance from chemists and senior staff.

The role emphasizes safe, reproducible processes, documentation of batch records and development reports, and collaboration within a fast-paced team in a cutting-edge lab

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry or related field required.
• 2–5 years’ experience in technical production, R&D, and/or new product development experience required.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Working knowledge of ISO-9001, cGMP, and/or ICH Q7 in pharma or chemical regulated environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust processes for the target compounds to ensure safe and reproducible processes.
• Develop alternate synthetic routes to target molecules and modify reactants and/or equipment as required.
• Solve complex chemical problems which may arise during process development, optimization or scale up of processes.
• Understand the concepts of reaction kinetics, design of experiments, solubility and crystallization, mass transfer, heat transfer and process safety to ensure critical process parameters are identified.
• Accountable for documentation to ensure the consistent manufacture of products; including batch records, production instructions, and development / qualification reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Team player

Technical writing

Education

BS or MS in Chemistry or related field

Tools

EasyMax

PolyBLOCK

Continuous Flow Reactors

In-situ process monitoring

Job description

Adesis Inc. - a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in organic light emitting diodes – it is a premier contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) accelerating our clients’ success in the biotech, pharmaceutical and specialty chemistry industries through our innovative chemistry and solutions.

Adesis Inc. encompasses almost 100,000 square feet of state-of-the-art laboratory and manufacturing space in two U.S. locations - New Castle and Wilmington, DE, centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic biotech/ pharmaceutical hub.

Our business model provides clients with organic chemistry services in three areas: early-stage research, scale-up and development, and specialty manufacturing. We specialize in organic and organometallic synthesis, from milligrams to multi-kilogram quantities, and our exceptional technical team prides ourselves in our ability to solve challenging chemistry problems for our growing client base.

Adesis is an extraordinary company looking for extraordinary talent! Our mission is to accelerate our clients’ success through innovative chemistry and solutions, and we offer promising careers in an inclusive work environment aligned with our values of innovation, ownership and integrity.

Job Summary

The manufacturing Process Chemist works both independently and as part of a team to assist in the development, optimization, and technology transfer of commercial manufacturing compounds. The position involves set-up, use, and cleaning of various laboratory equipment as well as running established protocols with the guidance of chemists and senior technical staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop robust processes for the target compounds to ensure safe and reproducible processes.
• Develop alternate synthetic routes to target molecules and modify reactants and/or equipment as required.
• Solve complex chemical problems which may arise during process development, optimization or scale up of processes.
• Understand the concepts of reaction kinetics, design of experiments, solubility and crystallization, mass transfer, heat transfer and process safety to ensure critical process parameters are identified.
• Accountable for documentation to ensure the consistent manufacture of products; including batch records, production instructions, and development / qualification reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Management.

Technical And Specialized Equipment

• NMR
• (UP)LC/MS
• EasyMax, PolyBLOCK
• Jacketed reactors
• GC/MS
• Automated Chromatography Systems
• Hydrogenation equipment

Required Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry or related field required.
• At least 2 - 5 years’ experience in technical production, R&D, and/or new product development experience required.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpretation of technical instructions from disparate information sources, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced, dynamic and team environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO-9001, cGMP, and/or ICH Q7 in pharma or chemical regulated environments preferred.
• Knowledge of Process Improvement methodology (ie., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and/or TOC) a plus.
• Experience with or ability to master the use of modern research tools such as EasyMax, PolyBlock, Continuous Flow Reactors, and in-situ process monitoring a plus.
• Strong computer skills in standard & scientific systems, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ChemDraw, Reaxys and Scifinder.
• Experience with Polymer chemistry a plus.

Current Benefits At Adesis Inc.

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus program
• Medical/Prescription Drug coverage, Dental, and Vision for employees and family
• Option of Health and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Option of Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Group Term Life insurance, short term disability, and long-term disability benefits for employees
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) company contribution
• Annual charitable matching gift
• Generous Paid Time Off

Annual compensation range: $65k-75k

At Adesis Inc., base pay is one part of our total compensation package. Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the annual salary range only, and does not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable.

Adesis Inc. – a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in organic light emitting diodes – is a premier contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) accelerating our clients’ success by bringing the innovation of a clean technology company to the biotech, pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries. Our innovative capabilities enable technology you use every day, ranging from OLED smartwatches, smartphones, automotive, IT and TVs to foldable electronic devices, lighting, medical devices and pharmaceutical breakthroughs. To learn more about Adesis Inc., please visit adesisinc.com.