Chemical Engineering Scientist- Material Sciences

Job Description

General Summary:

The Chemical Engineering Scientist supports Vertex's drug development programs by applying fundamental engineering science to the development of pipeline candidates and to the creation of robust drug substance and drug product manufacturing processes. This role will design and execute chemistry and engineering experiments under limited supervision.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for working within a group of engineers and chemists in defining, developing, and demonstrating commercially viable, multi-step, organic syntheses for the manufacture of small-molecule active pharmaceutical ingredients
• Participates in drug substance process development efforts via laboratory development, drug supply preparation, and technology transfer to third party manufacturing facilities
• Troubleshoots a diverse range of chemistry and engineering issues at the bench and applies corrective measures
• Collates and interprets data systematically, and compiles results into clear conclusions or recommendations to guide project decisions
• Explores the application of novel scientific approaches

Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience applying statistical approaches in the design and analysis of experiments
• Demonstrated ability to develop solutions to open-ended problems with creativity and innovation
• Effective collaboration skills that translate well to successful work within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Participates in department/group discussions
• Searches for opportunities to broaden impact within department
• Strong, independent experimentalist
• Exhibits strong synthetic organic chemistry and/or chemical engineering principles
• Ability to identify chemistry issues independently.
• Highly effective team skills
• Proven productivity and experimental creativity
• Effective communication skills with no guidance
• Independently prepares presentations/reports and presents experimental data, conclusions and recommendations

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline
• PhD and 0-3 years, a Master's and 3+ years, a Bachelor's and 6+ years, or the equivalent combination of education and experience related to Chemical Engineering

Flex Designation:

On-Site Designated

Flex Eligibility Status: