Pfizer

Pharmaceutical

PrincipalScientist,ProcessChemistry

$106–106k Bothell, Washington, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Principal Scientist, Process Chemistry at Pfizer. Skills: Process Chemistry, Drug-linker development, ADC therapeutics. Provide technical leadership. Drive development of safe chemistry”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver breakthroughs; Accelerate delivery of medicines; Develop robust processes; Drive next generation therapy; Achieve portfolio goals

Industry & Context.

Pharmaceutical
Eligibility Requirements

Laboratory-based position, Use of PPE, Occasional travel, Permanent work authorization in the United States

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

PhD in Organic Chemistry with 4+ years of experience in pharmaceutical process development, Master's degree with 9+ years of relevant experience, Bachelors degree and 12+ years of experience, Proven track record of scientific innovation, Sound understanding of modern synthetic organic chemistry principles, In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical development, Experience in a regulated pharmaceutical environment, GMP deliveries and regulatory authoring experience

Nice to Have

Experience with drug-linkers for ADCs, Experience mentoring scientific staff, Experience with technology transfer activities, CRO/CDMO resource management experience

What You'll Do.

Provide technical leadership

Drive development of safe chemistry

Leverage state-of-the-art technologies

Spearhead advancement of oncology portfolio

Oversee external resources

Manage technology transfer

Manage campaign execution

Serve as technical leader

Serve as strategic leader

Propose technical solutions

Propose strategic solutions

Represent process chemistry

Design laboratory experiments

Execute laboratory experiments

Maintain laboratory records

Maintain regulatory documents

Maintain external communications

Employ state-of-the-art technologies

Be recognized as technical leader

Drive technical aspects

Lead technology transfer

Manage CRO/CMO resources

Communicate abstract concepts

Communicate solutions

Promote supportive environment

Promote inclusive environment

Maintain understanding of activities

Maintain understanding of research

Lead authoring for patents

Lead authoring for regulatory documents

Guide cross-functional team decisions

Build relationships with stakeholders

Advocate for department

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams

Communication Scope

Oral communication; Written communication; Persuasive communication

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