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Principal Scientist

Bachem Holding AG
Vista, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/2/2025

Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services. Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For further information, see www.bachem.com.

A brief overview

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

The Principal Scientist, Analytical Research and Development will fulfill a critical role in QC to support production operations for all production manufacturing, process development, and service order activities. The individual will work closely together mainly with process development, production manufacturing, QC material testing, QC IPC, and QC API testing to understand and align analytical strategies. Against this background, this individual plays a key-role in a cross-departmental collaboration and fosters clear communication and accountability. This individual proactively provides solutions to resolve analytical challenges to support our internal and external customers in a timely manner. This individual will utilize his / her process experience and technical expertise to guide peers and (junior) scientists on analytical activities. The individual should ultimately help to train the affected interface functions to become independent in tackling daily challenges.

What you will do

  • Independently plan, execute, and summarize analytical activities to support process R&D, production, CMC, and QC.
  • Maintain cross functional channels of communication to stay focused on implementation of analytical strategy.
  • Work closely with QC teams studying product attributes to align the internal / external customer needs with the planned analytical activities.
  • Provide guidance and helps to peers and junior scientists for trouble shouting abnormal results.
  • Independently conduct and document investigations related to analytical activities.
  • Monitor and evaluate the impact of new industry guidance and trends of advanced analytical technology on our analytical operations.
  • Be a technical liaison between the QC teams and other cross functional teams.
  • Participate the planning of QC strategy to support the projects, other production and R&D activities.
  • On the continuing basis, improve the working efficiency through streamline of the analytical process and introduction of the new technology.
  • Build or expand the analytical capabilities as needed.
  • Develop and maintain in-depth understanding of the scientific principles associated with analytical activities.
  • Routinely work with hazardous materials and manage hazardous waste in a satellite accumulation area

Qualifications

  • B.S. in chemistry or related scientific field with 12 years’ industry experience or
  • M.S. in chemistry or related scientific field with 10 years’ industry experience or
  • Ph.D. in chemistry or related scientific field with 7 years’ industry experience
  • Experience working in GMP manufacturing and laboratory testing.
  • Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
  • Experience with HPLC (SEC, IC) / UPLC, GC, KF, Amino Acid Analysis, MS, MS / MS sequencing and LC-MS.
  • Strong hands-on instrumentation experience using HPLC, GC, UV-VIS, LC-MS, spectrophotometer, FT-IR spectroscopy, Karl Fischer, wet chemistry, etc.
  • Experience in writing standard operating procedures (SOPs), test methods, technical protocols and reports.
  • Experience in method development, validation, and method transfer.
  • Independently plan, execute, conclude analytical method development, validation, and method transfer.
  • Independently design method development plan and develop variety of analytical methods.
  • Work closely with Production, QC RM, QC IPC, and QC API to provide analytical support.
  • Provide solutions to resolve analytical challenges to support our internal and external customers.
  • Independently evaluate compendial and customer's methods, implement these methods in house and transfer to the final users.
  • Ability to set priorities and to follow through on commitments.
  • Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, timeline driven work environment.
  • Detail oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
  • Ability to train and supervise the work of junior staff members.
  • Ability to coordinate work with other functions / departments to achieve project objectives.
  • Ability to provide expertise to management, technical project leaders, project / program leaders on method feasibility and risk assessment.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Experience with peptides (preferred)
  • Experience in both analytical development and quality control in pharmaceutical / biopharmaceutical industry (preferred)
  • Base Salary Range : $127,440 - $167,000

    Placement of new hires in this wage range is based on several factors including education, skill sets, experience, and training.

    Total Rewards

    We offer all Team Members a total rewards package including competitive pay, annual performance bonus, a generous benefit package with comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision coverage, 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and paid vacation, personal and sick days.

    Corporate Social Responsibility

    Bachem takes responsibility for future generations by a careful handling of resources and avoiding environmental risks. We continually improve our ecological performance and develop and implement new approaches for enhancing employees’ environmental awareness. EcoVadis has awarded Bachem Platinum Medal status in their assessment of Bachem.

    Bachem Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status

    Please note : unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

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