Senior Principal Scientist Discovery Process Chemistry (m/f/d)

Your Profile:

• PhD in organic chemistry or related discipline with profound knowledge of classical and modern synthetic methods & technologies, with knowledge of modern tools in digital chemistry as a plus
  
• Long-term experience in process chemistry and relevant technologies, ideally at the interface of research & development in the pharmaceutical industry
  
• Experience in managing external partners or working at a CRO/CDMO
  
• High ability to solve problems and structure and simplify complex tasks
  
• Strong interpersonal and influencing leadership skills and intercultural competences, with the ability to build trustful relationships and motivate team members
  
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, including the ability to communicate across multiple levels within and outside the organization
  
• High assertiveness, service orientation, and enjoyment of working in a cross-functional team
  
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written, fluency in German is advantageous

Your Tasks:

• Lead chemical process R&D activities, including route design, process development, and supply activities in collaboration with external partners
  
• Perform assessments of chemical routes and manufacturing & supply concepts
  
• Manage complex API projects at suppliers with a high degree of independence, ensuring appropriate alliance management
  
• Collaborate closely in interdisciplinary project teams
  
• Develop and optimize methods, models, and processes according to the latest advancements in process chemistry and technologies
  
• Drive excellence in synthetic chemistry within Pharmaceutical Sciences and across the Bayer-wide chemistry community
  
• Provide chemical expertise and consultancy, proposing quick solutions in troubleshooting within the internal and external network
  
• Present findings and progress updates to internal stakeholders and at external conferences and workshops

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