Polymer Process Development Chemist

Job Summary

Advance your technical expertise with a premier global life sciences leader. We are seeking a Chemist (Polymer Development) for a long-term, onsite opportunity in Sunnyvale, CA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize polymer chemistry processes and chromatography column conditions to improve manufacturing efficiency, safety, and product quality.
• Provide real-time troubleshooting support to production operators, engineers, and quality teams to resolve process-related issues and deviations.
• Author, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), batch records, and technical summary documents in strict regulatory compliance.
• Train manufacturing operators and technicians on polymer chemistry processes, including column packing, testing, and equipment operation.
• Collaborate closely with R&D teams to ensure smooth process integration, scalability, and seamless manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field, with a distinct focus on polymer chemistry.
• 3 years of experience in process development or manufacturing support within a chemical, polymer, or related industry.
• Deep understanding of polymer chemistry, chemical manufacturing equipment, and hands-on troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated experience handling technical documentation, including batch records and deviation investigations.

Skills

• Chemistry
• Chromatography

Benefits

• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• AD&D
• Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• 401K Plan