Description

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Senior Scientist, Biocatalysis to join our Process Research department located at our Ridgefield, Connecticut facility. Design and execute independent research that supports R&D projects. The Senior Scientist will design and execute independent research that supports R&D projects. In addition, your primarily responsible for performing and managing scientific and technical activities, which may also include responsibility for the management of scientific staff.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheims high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

Independently propose, direct and perform scientific experiments with a predefined project goal including developing new methodologies, protocols and procedures; Keep abreast of relevant literature and maintain a high level of expertise in own field; Protect intellectual properties through new patent applications
Collaborate with chemists to develop novel biocatalysis solutions for process research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis. The role will involve screen and identify suitable enzymes, process optimizations and scaleup of successful biocatalysis with internal and external collaboration. It also involves engagement of other biocatalysis technologies such as enzyme engineering, enzyme immobilization, high throughput assay development, etc.
Develop an understanding of R&D team goals and work effectively toward achieving them in a multidisciplinary team environment; Either assumes departmental responsibility for projects when assigned or demonstrate leadership initiative in technical expertise areas to advance projects towards key milestones, as per requirement
Acquire knowledge of and assist in implementing new technologies; Ensure integration of new technologies and department initiatives into daily work to enhance productivity
Effectively communicate own and/or teams work and deliver project updates to senior level management clearly in oral and written forms in the context of project goals
Responsible for lab/group operation including coaching, mentoring, training, supervising and developing staff when assigned; Participate in recruiting when needed
Develop and maintain visibility through presentations and publications; Take the lead in publications and patents when needed
Contribute to departmental administration when needed; Demonstrate fiscal responsibility with respect to cost of experiments, technologies, external collaborations, and travel
Comply with all regulations and policies; Perform all work in a safe manner; Maintain proper records (notebooks, batch sheets, etc.) per relevant SOPs.

Compensation Data

This position offers a base salary typically between $140,000.00 USD and $222,000.00 USD. The position may be eligible for a role specific variable or performance based bonus and or other compensation elements. For an overview of our benefits please click here.

Requirements

Ph.D. Degree or equivalent (e.g. Masters Degree with 10+ years of experience) in in biocatalysis, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, biochemistry or chemical biology.
Demonstrated broad knowledge of development of biocatalysis, analytical and process control tools, organic chemistry and the ability to independently design and optimize organic reactions, and ability to evaluate and interpret data.
Ability to communicate effectively both in verbal and written forms in inter-disciplinary environments
Must be able to work in a team environment, provide training and guidance to laboratory personnel

Eligibility Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older