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Sr. Scientist, Chemical Development Engineering

Chemical Engineer

Responsible for carrying out engineering focused research and tasks necessary to develop chemical processes and support scale up and manufacturing of small molecule drug substances.

Your Contributions

Execute engineering research for chemical process development, scale-up, and manufacturing of small molecule drug substances

Provide engineering support to Chemical Development department

Design and execute activities for Chemical Development projects from preclinical through commercial stages

Perform engineering-focused process R&D including thermal hazard analysis, crystallization, flow chemistry, and DOE

Support kilo-lab operations and maintain chemical development instrumentation

Document R&D work and support off-site synthesis and manufacturing activities

Ensure laboratory safety

Requirements

BS/BA in chemical engineering or similar with 4+ years in pharmaceutical/process development OR

MS/MA in chemical engineering or similar with 3+ years' experience OR

PhD in chemical engineering or similar with 2+ years industry experience

Must be able to build excellent working relationships & maintain confidentiality Laboratory equipment/tools proficiency

Strong scientific and engineering knowledge

Computer skills and problem-solving ability

Detail-oriented with project management capabilities

Effective communication and presentation skills



cGMP manufacturing knowledge

Drug substance process development experience

Mechanical inclination

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO//Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $108,600.00-$157,350.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 20% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Sr. Scientist, Chemical Development Engineering

United States
Full time

Published on 08/15/2025

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