Process Chemist Job at Actalent, Boulder, CO

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  • Actalent
  • Boulder, CO

Job Description

Job Title: Process Chemist

Job Description

Acts to drive and demonstrate the technology for the planning and execution of development and implementation of chemical processes. Ensures that the chemistry is sufficient to meet goals on process yields, throughputs, and QEH&S requirements. Responsible for sampling, labeling, and storage of raw material and intermediates. Executes experiments and syntheses of small molecules and peptides while working on a project team. Performs peptide synthesis using commercial peptide synthesizers. Conducts analyses of samples using established or routine methods. Provides technical support to lab or plant processes. Works effectively in a team-oriented environment. Presents work orally and in the form of written development reports. Adheres to GDP and SOPs in all aspects of work. Independently plans and executes experiments, while working in a project team, toward development of viable commercial processes. Demonstrates a clear understanding of technical issues and the requirements of a viable manufacturing process. Executes procedures, processes, and methods for solutions to chemical and technical problems on a lab or plant scale. Ensures that the chemistry is capable of meeting cost, yield, throughput, and QEH&S goals on assigned processes. Leads a team to accomplish the development, transfer, or implementation of technology at a lab or plant scale. Develops and supports scalable processes and provides technical expertise and support during lab or plant operations. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience. Ability to develop bench scale laboratory procedures into step-by-step operating instructions for chemical operators. Maintain a well-documented record of work performed in a laboratory notebook, laboratory reports, and campaign reports. Experience in the synthesis and purification of peptides (desired). Regularly seeks out new learning opportunities beyond basic skills that can result in innovative approaches to technical issues. Demonstrates clear understanding of technical issues and the requirements of a viable manufacturing process; has demonstrated independent support on multiple (not necessarily simultaneous) processes. Identifies areas where change/continuous improvement is beneficial to the business, and successfully defends and implements projects. Assumes reasonable risk in trying out new, self-generated ideas. Proactive approach to problem identification and resolution. Communicates effectively in writing and verbally within and across departments and to site management; updates are clear, selective, and effective. Ability to understand and apply statistical design of experiments and draw sound conclusions from the results; uses results when solving problems, or proposing improvements. Ability to provide leadership in all process chemistry aspects of manufacturing processes; leads teams in the development, transfer, troubleshooting, and improvement of chemical processes in an interactive, interdisciplinary team environment. Seeks out opportunities to learn manufacturing needs and methods that facilitate substantial process improvements; acquires new skills in state-of-the-art technology and applies it to their assignments. Demonstrates skills in negotiation and influencing others.

Hard Skills

  • Chemical process development and implementation
  • Peptide synthesis required
  • Sample analysis using established methods
  • Statistical design of experiments
  • Technical support in lab or plant processes


Soft Skills

  • Team-oriented collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Proactive problem solving
  • Leadership and negotiation
  • Continuous learning and improvement


About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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