Scientist/Sr Scientist- Process Chemistry

Job Title: Scientist/Senior Scientist, Process Chemistry

Reports To: Director of Process Chemistry

Location: Boston On-Site

Job Type: Full-Time

Company Overview:

Founded in 1999, Asymchem is a global integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) providing drug R&D and manufacturing for leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Our mission is to drive smarter, greener, and more cost-effective manufacturing to support clinical research and commercialization. Asymchem currently operates eight manufacturing facilities offering solutions ranging from early clinical stage to commercial stage, including R&D, cGMP production of advanced intermediates, APIs, formulations, and clinical research services. Asymchem Group, headquartered in Tianjin, P. R. China. is a publicly traded company on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (stock code 002821.SZ)

Job Overview

This is an on-site role at 10 Gill Street, Suite J, Woburn, MA. The position requires expertise in process chemistry for developing synthetic routes, optimizing existing chemical processes, and scaling up production of key synthetic intermediates and APIs. The role involves multi-step synthesis, process development, and troubleshooting. Scientists will use modern analytical tools to assess product identity and purity, collaborate with senior chemists, and participate in tech transfer and cGMP activities. Regular client communication and preparation of R&D reports are expected.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead development projects including data interpretation, problem-solving, client meetings, and timeline/budget management.
• Communicate project updates effectively in both oral and written formats.
• Design and execute independent laboratory experiments.
• Develop scalable and safe manufacturing processes for target molecules.
• Troubleshoot complex chemistry problems and process issues.
• Utilize modern analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR, MS, XRPD).
• Apply principles of reaction kinetics, solubility, crystallization, mass and heat transfer, and process safety.
• Stay current with scientific literature and manage IP strategy.
• Contribute to internal tech transfer and collaborate across teams.
• Participate in scale-up activities in the kilo lab.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and chemical hygiene plans.
• Support setup and maintenance of the new R&D center laboratory.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements - Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):

• PhD in Organic Chemistry with 3-5 years of relevant experience

Or

• Master’s degree (MS) with 5-10 years of equivalent experience in process development, tech transfer, or manufacturing in pharmaceutical or CDMO settings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced setting
• Demonstrated success in process research and development, including scale-up of chemical processes
• Familiarity with GMP compliance and ICH quality guidelines is preferred

Benefits:

• Day 1 Coverage: Medical, Vision (Company-paid), and Dental Insurance
• Company-paid: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), & Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Paid Time Off: Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, and Maternity Leave (per US or home country policy)
• 401(k) Matching (US-based employees)