Associate Scientist; Process R&D

Job Overview

Snapdragon Chemistry is currently seeking exceptional candidates for its Associate Scientist position in Waltham, MA. 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.

• Leverage scientific knowledge and develop technology to solve continuous process development challenges and meet our client needs
• 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, synthetic organic chemistry 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 performing common organic chemistry laboratory techniques and using common analytical tools (HPLC, NMR, MS, GC, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, be creative and innovative, and work productively and efficiently in the laboratory
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent collaboration skills, team oriented and invested in the success of others
• Ability to celebrate differences and encourage scientific openness and frank discussion
• Ability and demonstrated willingness to comply with, and encourage amongst others, the ethical and cultural standards of Snapdragon Chemistry

• A BS in chemistry or an MS in chemistry. Experience with continuous manufacturing preferred but not required

The estimated salary range of $72,168 - $76,498 reflects an anticipated range for the Associate Scientist, PRD position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other professional licenses held. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre‑employment screen. The pre‑employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws.

Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.