Senior Scientist, Digitalization

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 141,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Senior Scientist, Digitalization to join the Chemical Development group at our Ridgefield, CT facility. The role focuses on designing and executing independent research while advancing digital technologies, ML models, and data integration to enhance process understanding.

The candidate will lead experiments, collaborate with process chemists, and manage staff while contributing to publications and patents as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written forms across interdisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with scientists and staff.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities in chemistry and data science.

Responsibilities

• Independently propose, direct and perform scientific experiments with predefined project goals and develop new methodologies.
• Collaborate with process chemists to accelerate reaction optimization using digital tools.
• Develop and implement machine learning and Bayesian optimization models.
• Build predictive models to reduce experimental effort and improve process understanding.
• Lead and mentor laboratory staff and manage project progress toward milestones.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

PhD in organic chemistry or equivalent (Master + 10+ years)

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Senior Scientist, Digitalization to join our Chemical Development department located at our Ridgefield, CT facility.

The Senior Scientist will design and execute independent research that supports R&D projects. The Senior Scientist is primarily responsible for performing and managing scientific and technical activities, which may also include responsibility for the management of scientific staff.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies´ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim´s high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently propose, direct and perform scientific experiments with a predefined project goal including developing new methodologies, protocols and procedures; Keep abreast of relevant literature and maintain a high level of expertise in own field; Protect intellectual properties through new patent applications
• Collaborate with process chemists to accelerate reaction optimization using digital tools.
• Develop and implement machine learning, Bayesian optimization models.
• Build predictive models to reduce experimental effort and improve process understanding.
• Integrate data streams from automation, catalysis, HTE, and laboratory platforms.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement new digital technologies.
• Drive adoption of AI, machine learning, modeling, and data science tools within Process Research.
• Develop an understanding of R&D team goals and work effectively toward achieving them in a multidisciplinary team environment; Either assumes departmental responsibility for projects when assigned or demonstrate leadership initiative in technical expertise areas to advance projects towards key milestones, as per requirement
• Acquire knowledge of and assist in implementing new technologies; Ensure integration of new technologies and department initiatives into daily work to enhance productivity
• Effectively communicate own and/or team´s work and deliver project updates to senior level management clearly in oral and written forms in the context of project goals
• Responsible for lab/group operation including coaching, mentoring, training, supervising and developing staff when assigned; Participate in recruiting when needed
• Develop and maintain visibility through presentations and publications; Take the lead in publications and patents when needed
• Contribute to departmental administration when needed; Demonstrate fiscal responsibility with respect to cost of experiments, technologies, external collaborations, and travel
• Comply with all regulations and policies; Perform all work in a safe manner; Maintain proper records (notebooks, batch sheets, etc.) per relevant SOPs.

Requirements

• Ph.D. Degree or equivalent (e.g. Master´s Degree with 10+ years of experience) in organic chemistry
• Demonstrated broad knowledge of organic chemistry and the ability to independently design and optimize organic reactions, and ability to evaluate and interpret data
• Ability to communicate effectively both in verbal and written forms in inter-disciplinary environments
• Must be able to work in a team environment, provide training and guidance to laboratory personnel

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Compensation Data

The base salary range for this position is $140,800.00 - $211,200.00 USD. The position may be eligible for a role-specific discretionary bonus, relocation assistance, and/or other compensation elements. We continuously review market data and may adjust salary ranges as needed in the future. Actual compensation will be based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings opportunities, paid time off, paid holidays, disability and life insurance benefits, and other company-sponsored benefits. For additional information regarding our benefits and Total Rewards offerings, please click here .