Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
Scientist, Process Chemistry (Contract) 21655
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Job Description
Vertex is seeking a talented individual to join our process chemistry group in Boston, MA. This role will support drug substance development programs at Vertex performing synthetic organic chemistry in the laboratory at a high level to design and execute syntheses of challenging compounds, troubleshoot a diverse range of chemistry issues and devise corrective solutions, and analyze complex data sets that leads to clear conclusion or recommendations to guide the synthetic decision. In addition, the individual is expected to work both independently and in a matrix team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Designs, executes, and interprets synthetic organic experiments with a high degree of reliability, independence, and attention to detail
Proficient in application and utility of a variety of analytical tools (NMR, HPLC, LCMS, Biotage) to monitor and analyze experiments
Generate effective hypotheses to pursue synthesis goals and set new experimental direction
Multitask to execute multiple experiments in an efficient manner
Develops novel and creative solutions to overcome synthetic and manufacturing obstacles
Maintains accurate records of experiments and results in a laboratory notebook and authors reports as assigned
Draft, review and submit required documentation pertaining to the development and preparation of drug substances under cGMP environment
Be familiar with SOPs and GMPs and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and SOPs
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
PhD with 0 - 3 years relevant synthetic chemistry experience or
MS with over 2 - 6 years relevant synthetic chemistry experience or
BS with over 2 - 10 years relevant synthetic chemistry experience
Pay Range $55-$65/hr Requisition Disclaimer This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals ("Vertex").
The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of a third‑party agency partner; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third‑party agency partner upon offer.
The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting.
The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job‑related factors permitted by law.
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Key Responsibilities
Designs, executes, and interprets synthetic organic experiments with a high degree of reliability, independence, and attention to detail
Proficient in application and utility of a variety of analytical tools (NMR, HPLC, LCMS, Biotage) to monitor and analyze experiments
Generate effective hypotheses to pursue synthesis goals and set new experimental direction
Multitask to execute multiple experiments in an efficient manner
Develops novel and creative solutions to overcome synthetic and manufacturing obstacles
Maintains accurate records of experiments and results in a laboratory notebook and authors reports as assigned
Draft, review and submit required documentation pertaining to the development and preparation of drug substances under cGMP environment
Be familiar with SOPs and GMPs and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and SOPs
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
PhD with 0 - 3 years relevant synthetic chemistry experience or
MS with over 2 - 6 years relevant synthetic chemistry experience or
BS with over 2 - 10 years relevant synthetic chemistry experience
Pay Range $55-$65/hr Requisition Disclaimer This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals ("Vertex").
The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of a third‑party agency partner; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third‑party agency partner upon offer.
The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting.
The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job‑related factors permitted by law.
In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
By applying for this position, you agree to the Atrium Terms and Conditions and you direct Atrium to share your application materials, which may include your CV/Resume, email address or phone number, with Vertex.
For more information on how Vertex handles your personal data related to your job application, please see Vertex's Careers Privacy Notice.
Agreeing to the Atrium Terms and Conditions includes permission to use the email address and mobile phone number you provide during the application process or throughout the duration of your prospective or actual employment to notify you of job openings, profiles, articles, news, and other employment‑related information, as well as to notify you of special promotions or additional products and services offered by us or our affiliates and partners.
(Collectively, "Atrium Alerts"). Atrium Alerts may be sent by email, phone, or text message.
Your personal information will be safely stored within the Atrium & Vertex databases.
Atrium does not sell your personal information to third parties.
Text message and data rates may apply.
To OPT OUT of text messaging or to modify your communication preferences for Atrium Alerts at any time, please contact Atrium at privacyadministrator@atriumstaff.com.
If you do not agree with the Atrium Terms and Conditions, you can still complete your application for this position by emailing your resume to our team at tempstaffing@vrtx.com.
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No C2C or Third-Party Vendors
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