Scientist III/Scientist IV, Synthetics (Contract)

Description

Who is USP?

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world’s leading health and science experts to develop rigorous quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. At USP, we believe that scientific excellence is driven by a commitment to fairness, integrity, and global collaboration. This belief is embedded in our core value of Passion for Quality and is demonstrated through the contributions of more than 1,300 professionals across twenty global locations, working to strengthen the supply of safe, high-quality medicines worldwide.

At USP, we value inclusive scientific collaboration and recognize that attracting diverse expertise strengthens our ability to develop trusted public health standards. We foster an organizational culture that supports equitable access to mentorship, professional development, and leadership opportunities. Our partnerships, standards, and research reflect our belief that ensuring broad participation in scientific leadership results in stronger, more impactful outcomes for global health.

USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and is committed to ensuring fair, merit-based selection processes that enable the best scientific minds—regardless of background—to contribute to advancing public health solutions worldwide. We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and uphold policies that create an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Brief Job Overview

This is a non-supervisory position engaged in the synthesis and delivery of USP Reference Standard candidate materials and API impurities through design and development of cost-effective synthetic routes. Should carry literature search using scientific databases and work on planning and execution of synthesis of target molecules in mg to multigram/KG scale. Should ensure the completion of assigned tasks as per timelines, prepare project reports, communicate with the team and update on the project progress. Should be adherent to quality management systems (QMS) and lab safety practices.

How will YOU create impact here at USP?

As part of our mission to advance scientific rigor and public health standards, you will play a vital role in increasing global access to high-quality medicines through public standards and related programs. USP prioritizes scientific integrity, regulatory excellence, and evidence-based decision-making to ensure health systems worldwide can rely on strong, tested, and globally relevant quality standards.

Additionally, USP’s People and Culture division, in partnership with the Equity Office, invests in leadership and workforce development to equip all employees with the skills to create high-performing, inclusive teams. This includes training in equitable management practices and tools to promote engaged, collaborative, and results-driven work environments.

The [Scientist III/IV] has the following responsibilities:

• Carry out literature search related to assigned projects using various scientific data base.
• Design synthetic routes for the target small molecules. Prepare project proposals with tentative cost estimates.
• Perform synthesis & isolation of pharmaceutical analytical impurities, reference standards and degradation impurity standards.
• Procure key raw materials and reagents required for the project
• Perform the reactions in small as well as large scale in the lab for the synthesis of target compounds
• Purification of compounds through various techniques such as crystallization, column chromatography, and advanced flash purification systems.
• Troubleshooting synthesis and purification issues independently
• Contributing effectively towards more challenging and complex projects through innovative methodologies
• Ensuring the availability of chemicals and equipment required for the projects and forward the purchase requisitions
• Interpretation of analytical data of synthesized compounds by IR, NMR, Mass Spectra, Elemental analysis etc.
• Produce quality materials as per customer requirement
• Packaging of synthesized compounds
• Plan, execute and complete the projects as per the timelines
• Document all experiments conducted as per QMS guidelines.
• Responsible for preparation of SOPs, Protocols, reports etc. as per the need
• Responsible for review the records and documents
• Responsible to ensure the calibrations of the equipment as per the schedule
• Periodic check of the assigned equipment to ensure its working condition
• Responsible for preparing, executing and completing IQ/OQ/PQ of new instruments as assigned
• Work on any other assigned tasks/ lab management activities.
• Conversant with lab safety norms and strictly follow them.
• Communicate within the team and cross functional teams
• Learn and practice Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging culture.

Who is USP Looking For?

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:

• Scientist III/IV – Ph.D (Full Time) in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from a reputed group with minimum 0-7 years post-doctoral/industrial research experience in organic synthesis.

(Or)

M Sc (Organic Chemistry) from a reputed university with minimum 6-10 years of industrial experience in Pharmaceutical Process R&D or CRAMS or CRO set up.

• Strong background in synthetic organic chemistry, Interpretation of spectral data of compounds based on IR, NMR, HPLC, Mass, Elemental analysis and other analysis.
• Ability to independently search literature, design, optimize and develop synthetic processes for any given target molecules/APIs.
• Hands on experience in process development of diverse chemical class of APIs/ NCEs on lab scale.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills in synthesis and purification of target compounds.
• Should possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Should possess good organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Additional Desired Preferences

• Extensive knowledge on wide range of organic reactions, and hands on experience in handling various sensitive chemicals/reagents.
• Track record of patents/ publications in synthetic organic chemistry/ process development.
• Should have exposure to GMP/GLP environment and documentation procedures. Have good practical, documentation & presentation skills.
• Attention to detail, stratregic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team with a passion for quality

Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.

Job Category Contingent Staff

Job Type Full-Time