Senior Associate Scientist / Scientist (Analytical R&D)

About the role

Snapdragon Chemistry is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Senior Associate Scientist or Scientist in our Analytical R&D group. The successful candidate will join a team of innovative and entrepreneurial scientists dedicated to providing high-quality analytical support for synthetic process development projects. We are looking for a candidate who has a passion for working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and qualify analytical methods for pharmaceutical intermediates, APIs, and high-value specialty chemicals.
• Utilize analytical techniques, including (U)HPLC, GC, KF, LC/MS, NMR, TGA, DSC, particle size analyzer etc. to characterize and quantify pharmaceutical synthetic molecules.
• Perform moisture content testing (e.g., Karl Fischer) and other physical/chemical property determinations.
• Conduct USP and other compendial tests as required to support product release, stability, and compliance.
• Author and review analytical protocols, reports, and SOPs in compliance with GMP and regulatory expectations.
• Conduct GMP testing and documentation in support of batch release, stability studies, and method transfer activities.
• Lead and execute method transfers between internal teams and external partners, ensuring technical alignment and smooth execution.
• Engage in cross-site technical interactions, including collaborative work with Cambrex sites, to align analytical strategies and ensure project continuity.
• Manage outsourced analytical testing at third-party laboratories, including project scoping, technical oversight, and data review.
• Ensure all analytical work meets cGMP standards and company quality system requirements.
• Maintain a strong sense of urgency to meet project timelines and client deliverables without compromising quality.
• Communicate directly with clients to provide project updates, interpret results, address technical inquiries, and present analytical strategies and timelines.
• Provide technical leadership, mentor junior scientists, and contribute to best practices in method development, validation, GMP compliance, and compendial testing.

Qualifications/Skills

• Proven experience in method development, validation, troubleshooting, and transfer for pharmaceutical synthetic molecules.
• Broad expertise in analytical instrumentation, wet chemistry techniques, and data interpretation.
• Experience performing moisture analysis (Karl Fischer) and other USP compendial tests.
• Strong working knowledge of GMP requirements, ICH guidelines, and regulatory expectations (FDA, EMA).
• Experience in quality control testing, stability programs, outsourced testing management, and cross-site collaboration preferred.
• Peptide and/or oligonucleotide analytical experience is a plus but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to work with urgency while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and oral).
• Ability to interact confidently with clients and work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

Requirements

• For the Senior Associate Scientist role, a BS or MS in chemistry or related field with 3-5+ years of experience is required. Pharmaceutical GMP experience is required.
• For the Scientist role, a BS, MS with 5-7+ years of experience or a PhD in chemistry or related field with 0+ years of experience is required. Pharmaceutical GMP experience is desired.

Pay

The estimated salary range of $74,000 - $92,000 reflects an anticipated range for the Senior Associate Scientist, ARD position. The estimated salary range of $92,000 - $110,000 reflects an anticipated range for the Scientist, ARD 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.

Schedule

Full-time position.