Production Chemist II

Position: Production Chemist II Location: La Jolla, CA Duration: 12 Months Contract Total Hours/week: 40.00 Shift: 1st Shift Job Summary A Production Chemist II is responsible for the manufacture of Sirigen products, including polymer synthesis, post‑polymerization modifications, polymer purification, and polymer processing. This role supports scale‑up, documentation, and process improvements with technical knowledge in polymer chemistry. The position requires a large degree of autonomy, minimal oversight, and cross‑functional teamwork to meet defined deadlines. The successful candidate will have experience with polymers, conjugated polymers, organic synthesis, macromolecule separations, and analytical characterization, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow SOPs. Duties & Responsibilities Perform synthesis of standard Sirigen products using standard air‑sensitive techniques along established technical SOP’s. Perform established reactions to convert/activate functional groups on final polymers. Perform a variety of polymer processing, purification and characterization steps to support the production of commercial dyes. Purify aqueous polymers using common biochemistry techniques (filtration, SEC, etc.). Remove solvent via rotary evaporation and/or lyophilization. Characterize polymer size by GPC/SEC chromatography using established standard processes. Perform small scale dye labeling reactions according to established standard processes. Perform functional testing to qualify raw material for use. Work collaboratively with R&D, Process Development, Quality Control, and other Production Chemists/Supervisor to ensure successful transfer of new products into Production. Document in lab notebooks, batch records and basic databases. Promote a safe work environment; may provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment; participate in Environmental Health and Safety programs; address corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified; notify supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices. Other responsibilities or projects as assigned by reporting manager. Education & Experience Successful candidate will possess a M.S. degree in Chemistry with a minimum of 2 years of experience in an industry synthetic chemistry lab or a B.S. in Chemistry with 3+ years of relevant work experience. Assets Ability to follow standard operating procedures is essential. Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Be a self‑starter, quick learner with the ability to work independently and efficiently. Hands on team player with the ability to be proactive and work independently. Ability to influence others without direct reporting ties. Strong ability to focus and work efficiently inside of a project-oriented team. Strong diagnostic, analytical and technical ability. Demonstrated systematic problem solving. Experience working in a glovebox is preferred. Experience working in an ISO or QMS environment and with CAPA investigations is preferred. Strong interpersonal communication skills, effective written and oral communications skills. Solid MS Office knowledge, intermediate to advanced Excel usage, and proficiencies in ChemDraw is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr MillenniumSoft Inc