Job Description

General Summary:

The Process Chemistry Scientist will design and perform synthetic organic experiments efficiently, with a high degree of independence, and appropriately to the stage of development (pre-clinical through Phase 3). The post holder will outline study designs and execute on complex experiments.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a team creating and improving synthetic approaches to pharmaceuticals
• Plan and execute synthesis at gram to kilogram scales
• Develop process understanding through the collection and analysis of data
• Innovate as a member of the team to solve problems and address project needs
• Support the team\xe2\x80\x99s delivery of drug substance and intermediates through both in-house synthesis and the use of outsourcing
• Communicate effectively within an extended team across functional boundaries
• Makes conceptual contributions to development activities and scientific strategies; introduces some new methodologies and solutions to overcome synthetic and manufacturing obstacles.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Thorough grounding in the core elements of synthetic Organic Chemistry
• Demonstrable track record of solving complex synthetic problems through own achievements in the laboratory, in either an academic or industrial setting
• Skilled in the purification and analysis of organic compounds (NMR, HPLC and mass spectrometry)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain complex technical/scientific information to others in a straightforward manner
• Knowledge of scale-up chemistry and Process Development a plus, but training can be provided to a talented Chemist.

Education and Experience:

• PhD in Organic Chemistry or BSc/MSc in Chemistry plus experience equivalent to a PhD.

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person\'s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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