Chemist I-Chemistry Lab
Discover International
Process Chemist - Peptide / API Manufacturing
LA County California (On-Site)
$6-Month Contract-to-Permanent Opportunity
A leading peptide manufacturing organization is seeking a Process Development Scientist to support the advancement of innovative API processes from early development through full-scale cGMP manufacturing. This is a hands-on opportunity to work at the intersection of chemistry, process development, and commercial manufacturing supporting next-generation peptide and oligonucleotide medicines .
The ideal candidate will bring strong synthetic chemistry expertise, process optimization experience, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced GMP manufacturing environment.
Develop, optimize, and scale synthetic processes for peptide and oligonucleotide APIs from lab through manufacturing
Support technology transfer activities from Process Development into Production across internal sites
Monitor and optimize chemical reactions, purification operations, isolation, and drying processes
Perform and interpret analytical testing including High-performance liquid chromatography purification, in-process sampling, and related process analytics
Troubleshoot process, equipment, and manufacturing challenges to improve efficiency and yield
PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Organic Chemistry, or related discipline with 1+ year industry experience
Minimum 4+ years of industry experience in organic chemistry, process chemistry, or API development
Experience with peptide chemistry, peptide manufacturing, or complex molecule synthesis strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as High-performance liquid chromatography, UPLC, and reaction monitoring tools preferred
Tech transfer between R&D and commercial manufacturing
Purification, filtration, lyophilization, and drying operations
Working in multi-site manufacturing environments
Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
Strong exposure to development through commercial-scale production Discover International
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