Associate Scientific Fellow, Process Chemistry

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We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. Here, you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. OBJECTIVE:    The Associate Scientific Fellow in Process Chemistry is a recognized technical leader with deep   expertise   in process chemistry development for synthetic molecules. They   maintain   a strong interest in laboratory work and play a critical role in advancing the portfolio by developing and executing complex scientific strategies across multiple late-stage pipeline projects,   leveraging   both personal laboratory contributions and leadership of internal and external efforts.   The Associate Scientific Fellow drives the design and development of robust, scalable   synthetic routes , balancing safety, sustainability, cost, and quality. They foster strong cross-functional partnerships across SMPD, Pharm Sci, and commercial organizations to enable efficient technology transfer and lifecycle process development.     They may develop and lead project-focused academic collaborations to generate novel solutions to complex technical challenges. This includes initiating and   participating   in projects involving significant scientific challenges with well-considered risk and high potential impact, as well as directing and managing external partnerships and outsourcing across a product platform, as   appropriate .    The Associate Scientific Fellow is also expected to positively   impact   the scientific development of colleagues through training and mentoring and to promote the department externally by leading or contributing to multidisciplinary technical teams, driving peer-reviewed publications, and   participating   in external conferences and scientific forums   ACCOUNTABILITIES:    Recognized as a technical expert within Process Chemistry, SMPD, and across Pharm Sci, providing scientific leadership in synthetic molecule process development.   Provides   in-lab   mentorship and technical guidance to colleagues, elevating scientific rigor and problem-solving capabilities by modeling best practices, reviewing technical approaches, and strengthening overall organizational capability   Leads and executes complex scientific strategies across multiple late-stage programs, contributing directly through personal laboratory work and by guiding internal and external teams.   Designs and advances robust, scalable drug substance manufacturing processes, ensuring alignment with safety, sustainability, cost, and quality   objectives .   Owns technical responsibility for one or more programs or key initiatives,   ensuring integration of process understanding into development and manufacturing readiness.   Applies deep technical   expertise   to   identify , assess, and mitigate scientific and process risks, enabling informed decision-making under conditions of uncertainty.   Develops and implements innovative solutions to complex synthetic and process challenges, incorporating emerging technologies and industry best practices.   Ensure strong   cross- department   collaboration across SMPD (P rocess Research, Process Analytics, Process Engineering, Process Sciences   &   Technology ,   DS Portfolio Leadership ) , Pharm Sci,   and   commercial   manufacturing partners to ensure effective technology transfer and lifecycle process development.   Leads and manages external partnerships, including CDMOs, academic collaborators, and consultants, to deliver high-quality outcomes aligned with program strategy.   Analyzes experimental data and process trends to build mechanistic understanding, extract key insights, and define forward-looking process strategies.   Contributes to and influences departmental and functional scientific   strategy , including identification and development of new capabilities and technology platforms.   Initiates and leads cross-functional or discipline-focused initiatives to address technical gaps and enable broader organizational impact.   Represents   the function internally and externally through technical leadership in multidisciplinary teams, publications, patents, and participation in scientific conferences.   Maintains and expands personal scientific   expertise   and external   network   to ensure continued innovation and thought leadership within Process Chemistry.   EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS : Bachelors   degree and 15+ years relevant industry experience    Masters   degree; 13+ years relevant industry experience    PhD; 7+ years relevant industry experience    Extensive experience in CMC pharmaceutical development for active pharmaceutical ingredients and drug products under cGMP’s   Demonstrated deep technical   expertise   in synthetic molecule process chemistry and late-stage process development.   Proven record of significant technical contributions and scientific leadership within pharmaceutical development