Research Scientist

Location: Cary, North Carolina, US

Department: Research and Development

Reference: VN1139

Summary Of The Role

This position’s key function is to provide Research and Development as part of the Process Development team focusing on Synthetic Organic Chemistry. The new hire will conduct research and process development in assigned areas under general supervision using state of the art chemical methods for the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients. Specific responsibilities include: Performing scientific experiments, troubleshooting processes to resolve problems, utilize analytical techniques to guide research. Incumbents will partner with Analytical Services, New Product Development, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Engineering and Operations groups. The position requires attention to detail, curiosity and exquisite record keeping abilities. The position requires execution of the Sterling Values, as well as expertise in functional competencies included in this position profile.

Your Responsibilities

• Performs synthetic organic chemistry in support of core department efforts (such as process development, production support, impurity synthesis). Gain familiarity with chemical processes, development, scale-up and GMP manufacturing of drug substances.
• Develop synthetic plans and execute experiments.
• Effectively and accurately operates standard laboratory equipment required to conduct synthetic experiments (NMR, HPLC, GC, KF, drying oven, rotovap, etc). Working knowledge of synthetic/organic techniques (such as reflux, distillations, crystallizations, purifications, synthetic methodologies).
• Understand basic theory and application of simple to complex analytical techniques (such as HPLC, GC, IR, NMR, MS). Ability to run routine tests following established procedures.
  
  

Education And Experience

For entry level scientist position:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field required with minimum of 3+ years’ experience, OR
• Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field with minimum of 2+ years’ experience.
  
  

For Advanced Level Scientist Position

• Doctoral degree with a 0-2 years of previous experience.
  
  

Travel Requirement

• Up to 5% travel required. Typically for training and technical transfers into Sterling’s commercial assets.
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, bonus program, 401k match, tuition reimbursement, 24/7 employee assistance program, flexible work hours, and the opportunity for career training and development.

Diversity and Inclusion

Sterling values diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, marital status, gender identification or expression, medical condition (including genetic characteristics) or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Why Consider Sterling?

Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with more than 50 years’ experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). This is complimented by Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) research and development bioconjugation services.

We are a fast growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK, Europe and the US, where we employ more than 1300 talented and passionate people who support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.

Our culture and our way of working is what really sets us apart as a business; we aim to deliver an exceptional experience to our customers and our employees. You can expect to be part of a supportive team, all working towards a shared goal: to deliver first-class science and service to our customers every day.

Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

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