About this role
At Parexel, we share the goal to improve the world's health through clinical development solutions underpinned by deep conviction. Each role contributes to therapies benefiting patients, done with empathy and commitment. We seek a Principal Scientist I or II - Synthetic Chemist as a full-time FSP employee on long-term remote assignment.
The role sits within the External Capabilities group in Small Molecule Process R&D. It provides operational support and technical guidance for outsourced projects with external CDMO partners to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery. Flexibility is needed for remote work with overseas partners during off-hours like evenings.
This position is mostly remote with on-site visits in Rahway, NJ when necessary. Parexel FSP's CMC Operations group supports pharmaceutical companies with talented technical professionals for new therapies. We keep patients at the center in an inclusive community.
For results-driven individuals wanting to make a meaningful difference, Parexel meets long-term staffing needs for scientists in discovery and development. Join us to transform your career into a life-changing achievement while advancing novel therapies.
Requirements
- Degree in chemistry or a related discipline
- Synthetic chemistry background
- Ability to quickly learn new things
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Fluency in Mandarin or previous experience in project management and vendor management
- For Principal Scientist I: PhD or MS with 3+ years, or BS with 7+ years of experience
- For Principal Scientist II: PhD with 1-3 years, MS with 5+ years, or BS with 10+ years
Responsibilities
- Provide operational support for chemistry sourcing projects with external partners
- Provide technical guidance on sourcing projects when appropriate
- Prepare technical packages
- Issue POs and process invoices
- Ensure fast shipping
- Monitor vendor performance
- Maintain Microsoft Teams sites and SharePoint sites
- Track project progress
Benefits
- Full benefits
- Sick time
- 401K
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Mostly remote with flexibility for overseas partners
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