Chemical Process Engineer

** Chemical Process Engineer*
* ** Kelly® Science & Clinical
** is seeking a  
** Chemical Process Engineer
** for a contract position at a cutting-edge client in the pharmaceutical/API manufacturing industry in St Louis, MO. If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust  
** The Experts at Hiring Experts** .

** Pay:**  $45-55/hour

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* Schedule:

** Mon-Fri On-site | Full-Time | Occasional travel to customer sites expected

** Overview*
* Our client is an industry-leading company at the forefront of GMP Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing. They specialize in translating bench-scale chemistry into robust, commercial-ready processes - operating across kilo lab, pilot, and commercial scales to deliver high-quality small-molecule APIs that meet the most rigorous regulatory standards.

In this role, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between R&D and full-scale manufacturing. You will translate bench chemistry into plant-ready processes, optimize yield and quality, and support technology transfers across all scales of production. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Analytical, QA/QC, Supply Chain, and external customers to ensure timelines and critical quality attributes are met - all within a cGMP-compliant environment.

** Responsibilities*
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** Scale-up & Tech Transfer:
** Convert lab procedures into scalable unit operations including reaction, crystallization, filtration, and drying; author and execute transfer packages and PPQ protocols

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** Validation & Compliance:
** Lead and author process validation documentation, batch records, and change controls; investigate deviations and out-of-specification (OOS) results and drive CAPA resolution

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* Cross-Functional Collaboration:

** Partner closely with R&D/Analytical, QA/QC, Supply Chain, and external customers to meet project timelines and ensure Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs) and Critical Process Parameters (CPPs) are achieved

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** Documentation:
** Write SOPs, technical reports, and summaries suitable for regulatory inspections and internal governance

** Qualifications*
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* Education:

** BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline

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* Experience:

** 3-7 years of experience in GMP small-molecule API manufacturing and/or process scale-up

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** Technical

Skills:

** Demonstrated bench chemistry background with a strong understanding of reaction mechanisms, impurity control, and crystallization science - including chemical mass balance, reaction outcome prediction, and scenario-based problem solving

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** Regulatory Knowledge:
** Solid grasp of cGMP standards, data integrity requirements, and regulatory expectations; strong technical writing ability

** What Happens Next*
* Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry - even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means our team of expert  
** Science & Clinical recruiters
** will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

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