Senior Process Scientist – R&D & Scale-Up

Ampac Fine Chemicals LLC; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampac Fine Chemicals LLC in Rancho Cordova, CA is seeking a Sr Process Scientist I to lead advanced chemistry work in process development and scaling. The role focuses on research, development, and testing of new products, processes, and raw materials, with emphasis on exploring theories and applying chemical principles under varied conditions.

The position requires strong knowledge of organic chemistry, analytical techniques, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with other

Qualifications

• PhD or advanced degree in Chemistry or Organic Chemistry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of organic chemistry and analytical techniques.
• Experience in process development and scaling up chemical processes.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical principles for process scale-up.
• Develop technical solutions to complex problems in collaboration with other chemists.
• Perform experiments in a timely manner with other team members.
• Participate in production support including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Lead the chemistry portion of customer calls and prepare technical reports.
• Work with minimal direction and set technical objectives for assignments.

Skills

Process scale-up

Analytical techniques

Chemical principles

Communication skills

Safety consciousness

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry/Organic Chemistry

Job description

Ampac Fine Chemicals LLC in Rancho Cordova, CA is seeking a Sr Process Scientist I to lead advanced chemistry work in process development and scaling. The role focuses on research, development, and testing of new products, processes, and raw materials, with emphasis on exploring theories and applying chemical principles under varied conditions.

The position requires strong knowledge of organic chemistry, analytical techniques, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with other