Associate Scientist​/senior Associate Scientist; Analytical R&D

You Matter to Cambrex. Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services. With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid‑phase peptide synthesis, solid‑state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.

Your Work Matters.

• engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
• learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
• strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast‑paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

Your Future Matters. Known for our customer‑focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

About Snapdragon Chemistry was acquired by Cambrex in 2023 due to its innovative approach to chemical development and is now fully integrated into Cambrex. As part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with world‑class leaders in process development and advanced continuous manufacturing technology for traditional small molecules and complex‑synthetics. At Snapdragon Chemistry, we strive to create an environment of innovation and excellence where mutual respect and teamwork underpin our culture.

Snapdragon Chemistry is currently seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Associate Scientist or Senior Associate Scientist in analytical sciences. A successful candidate will be joining a group of innovative and entrepreneurial scientists, with broad deliverables including the design of synthetic routes amenable to continuous flow processing, the development of reactor systems incorporating cutting‑edge flow technology, and delivering intermediates, APIs and high value specialty chemicals to our clients.

We are looking for a candidate who has a passion for working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a BS in chemistry with 1+ years’ experience or MS in analytical chemistry, experience in the development of (U)
HPLC and GC methods for synthetic molecules, preference for pharmaceutical development and modern process analytical technologies, and strong written and oral communication skills.

• Leverage scientific knowledge and develop technology to solve analytical challenges in pharmaceutical process development.
• Contribute to day‑to‑day analytical laboratory operations and assist in equipment management, method set‑up and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to GMP manufacturing related analytical activities such as method qualification, validation, and day‑to‑day QC activities.
• Contribute to activities that build upon Snapdragon Chemistry’s proprietary knowledge and technology fulfill their value creation potential.
• Participate in project teams to complete complex deliverables within stringent timeline and communicate results to key stakeholders.
• Ensure up‑to‑date knowledge of continuous flow technology, process analytical technologies and process development principles.
• Ensure that the integrity and profile of Snapdragon Chemistry within the scientific community are maintained at a high level, consistent with the requirements of the business.

• Experience in the use of common analytical techniques for qualitative and quantitative analysis of organic reactions.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, be creative and innovative, and work productively and efficiently…