Principal Purification Chemist

Responsible for providing strong technical leadership and documentation support for development and GMP manufacturing processes. Responsible for the planning and execution of multi-step preparative chromatography from laboratory to full commercialization. Emphasis is on the creative application of a full range of literature and theoretical concepts, from a diverse range of chemistry to the design and implementation of cost-effective processes for the manufacture of Corden pharmaceuticals.

Works within a team-oriented environment with professionals from a variety of disciplines. Conducts research, analysis, synthesis, experimentation, and documentation for such purposes as process development, implementation, registration, validation, and process improvement.

Corden Pharma is a leading full-service Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) specializing in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, drug products (DPs), and packaging. With around 3,000 employees worldwide, we help pharmaceutical and biotech companies manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives. Our network, spanning Europe and the U.S., provides flexible and specialized solutions across six technology platforms:
Peptides, Lipids & Carbohydrates, Injectables, Highly Potent & Oncology, Small Molecules, and Oligonucleotides. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to delivering the highest quality products for patient well-being.

Responsible for providing strong technical leadership and documentation support for development and GMP manufacturing processes. Responsible for the planning and execution of multi-step preparative chromatography from laboratory to full commercialization. Emphasis is on the creative application of a full range of literature and theoretical concepts, from a diverse range of chemistry to the design and implementation of cost-effective processes for the manufacture of Corden pharmaceuticals.

Works within a team-oriented environment with professionals from a variety of disciplines. Conducts research, analysis, synthesis, experimentation, and documentation for such purposes as process development, implementation, registration, validation, and process improvement.

• Ensures that the purification chemistry is capable of meeting cost, yield, throughput, quality/purity, and QSHE goals on assigned processes in GMP plant production
• Leads the technical progress of large and/or multiple teams to accomplish the development, transfer, or implementation of technology at a lab or plant scale
• Develops and supports scalable purification processes and provides technical expertise and support during lab or GMP plant operations
• Responsible for supplying management with specific project data to facilitate the budgeting process for the development, transfer, or implementation of technology
• Develops and executes procedures, processes, and methods for solutions to purification and technical problems on lab and plant scale
• Conducts research and development to improve manufacturing processes
• Troubleshoots purification processes running in lab and GMP plant manufacturing
• Possesses an individual area of technical expertise, which others consult them for advice
• Adheres to GDP and SOPs in all aspects of work

Demonstrates positive attitude. Supports a positive, healthy, and flexible work environment that encourages employees and coworkers to develop their full potential and expand their horizons. Leads team in the development, troubleshooting, transfer, and improvement of purification and analytical processes. Gives regular reports to, and actively solicits feedback from, management.

Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of their activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.

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