About the job
About Us:
Calico Life Sciences LLC, a pioneering research and development company founded by Alphabet, is dedicated to exploring advanced technologies and biological systems that enhance our understanding of human aging. Our mission is to utilize this knowledge to develop interventions that promote longer, healthier lives. With cutting-edge technology labs and a vibrant pipeline of drug development in collaboration with esteemed academic and industry partners, Calico stands as an inspiring environment for catalyzing medical breakthroughs.
Position Overview:
We are on the lookout for a seasoned Process Chemist to become a vital member of our laboratory-based chemical development team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience in process research, route scouting, and the scale-up of organic molecules. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, optimizing, and executing synthetic processes that facilitate the efficient, safe, and scalable manufacturing of small-molecule intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This position is laboratory-focused and requires strong experimental skills, a profound understanding of organic chemistry, and the ability to convert laboratory discoveries into reliable processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot synthetic routes for intermediates and drug substance candidates.
- Conduct laboratory experiments aimed at enhancing yields, selectivity, throughput, and impurity management.
- Perform detailed reaction analysis utilizing HPLC, GC, LC-MS, and other analytical methodologies.
- Execute impurity identification and synthesis.
- Identify and mitigate process risks concerning safety, scalability, and robustness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including analytical chemistry, formulations, and quality assurance.
- Prepare concise, data-driven reports and present experimental findings to project teams.
- Facilitate technology transfer to contract manufacturing organizations, including review of master batch records and process descriptions.
- Maintain precise laboratory documentation and comply with all safety and regulatory standards.
