Sr. Purification Chemist
Company: CORDEN PHARMA BOULDER INC
Location: Boulder
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state, or local laws. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring
practices. Corden Pharma is a leading full-service contract
development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) of active
pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and pharmaceuticals
Drug Products (DP) and packaging capabilities with > 2,600
employees across the world. Our services enable pharmaceutical and
biotech companies to manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal
of improving people’s lives. Our network in Europe and the U.S.
offers flexible and specialized solutions across five technology
platforms: Peptides, Lipids, & Carbohydrates; Injectables; Highly
Potent & Oncology; and Small Molecules. We strive for excellence in
supporting this network and are committed to providing the highest
quality products for the well-being of patients. SUMMARY Acts to
drive and demonstrate the technology for the planning and execution
of development and implementation of chemical processes. Ensures
that the chemistry is sufficient to meet goals on process yields,
throughputs, and QSHE requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES Include the following. Other duties may be
assigned. Executes experiments for the purification of small
molecules and peptides while working on a project team Performs
analytical and preparative-scale purification chromatography in a
lab environment Conducts analyses of samples using established or
routine methods Provides technical support to lab or plant
purification processes Works effectively in a team-oriented
environment Presents work orally and in form of written development
reports Adheres to cGMP and SOPs in all aspects of work
Independently plans and executes experiments, while working in a
project team, toward development of viable commercial purification
processes Demonstrates a clear understanding of technical issues
and the requirements of a viable manufacturing process Executes
procedures, processes, and methods for solutions to purification
and technical problems on a lab or plant scale Ensures that the
purification is capable of meeting cost, yield, throughput,
quality, and QSHE goals on assigned processes Leads a team to
accomplish the development, transfer, or implementation of
technology at a lab or plant scale Develops and supports scalable
purification processes and provides technical expertise and support
during lab or plant operations LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
None. SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES Every individual is
personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of
their activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to
perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their
knowledge, training, ability, and experience. QUALITY
RESPONSIBILITIES Corden Pharma Colorado (CPC) is a manufacturer of
a variety of pharmaceutical products. In following Current Good
Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Corden Pharma Colorado manufactures
in accordance with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA),
International Council for Harmonisation Q7 (ICH), and other global
regulations as applicable. This is critical as it is our mission to
not place patients at risk due to inadequate safety, quality, or
efficacy. CPC’s Quality Management System, which incorporates cGMP,
is designed to deliver this quality objective. Attainment is
produced through the requisite participation and commitment of all
staff across departments and at all levels within the company. cGMP
is the part of Quality Management System ensuring products are
consistently produced to accurate quality standards. Adherence to
clearly defined procedures, in compliance with the principles of
cGMP, is required when performing operations across Corden Pharma
Colorado. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Organic or Analytical Chemistry and 5
years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination
of education and experience.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read,
analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals,
financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to
common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies,
or members of the business community. Ability to develop bench
scale laboratory procedures into step-by-step operating
instructions for Chemical Operators. Ability to effectively present
information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of
directors.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to apply advanced mathematical
concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and
permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such
tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability
and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques,
sampling theory, and factor analysis.REASONING ABILITYAbility to
apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range
of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with
nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.)
in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of
abstract and concrete variables. Ability to apply scientific
methods to experimentally prove cause and effect.CERTIFICATES,
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSNone.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands
described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to
stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or
move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this
job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision, lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The
work environment characteristics described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and low levels
of toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work
environment is usually moderate.CORE COMPETENCIES These are the
specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important
for successful job performance. They must be job related and
consistent with business necessity. Demonstrates a positive
attitude Strong background in Purification Chemistry or a related
scientific field Working knowledge of regulatory issues in
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing including cGMPs, PSM, OSHA, and EPA
requirements Communicates effectively in writing and verbally
within the department Computer skills in the areas of Microsoft
Office Products – Word, Excel, PowerPoint Ability to work
interactively within a multi-functional team-oriented environment
Takes initiative in setting own goals and work plan Hands on
purification laboratory experience Broad technical knowledge in
Purification Chemistry and Process Improvement Methodology Maintain
a well-documented record of work performed in a laboratory
notebook, laboratory reports, and campaign reports Experience in
the purification of Peptides A working knowledge of all plant-scale
purification unit operations, scale-up, and plant design
considerations An understanding of chemical reactivity, potential
exotherms, cross reactivity, side products, and waste streams,
especially for processes they support Regularly seeks out new
learning opportunities beyond basic skills that can result in
innovative approaches to technical issues Demonstrates clear
understanding of technical issues and the requirements of a viable
manufacturing process; has demonstrated independent support on
multiple (not necessarily simultaneous) processes Identifies areas
where change/continuous improvement is beneficial to the business,
and successfully defends and implements projects Assumes reasonable
risk in trying out new, self-generated ideas Proactive approach to
problem identification and resolution Communicates effectively in
writing and verbally within and across departments and to site
management; updates are clear, selective and effective Ability to
understand and apply statistical design of experiments and draw
sound conclusions from the results; uses results when solving
problems or proposing improvements Ability to provide leadership in
all purification chemistry aspects of manufacturing processes;
leads teams in the development, transfer, troubleshooting, and
improvement of chemical processes in an interactive,
interdisciplinary team environment Seeks out opportunities to learn
manufacturing needs and methods that facilitate substantial process
improvements; acquires new skills in state-of-the-art technology
and applies it to their assignments Demonstrates skills in
negotiation and influencing others SALARY Actual pay will be based
on your skills and experience. BENEFITS 401(k) matching - Corden
Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2
years of service Accident Plan Critical Illness Insurance Dental
Insurance Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible
Spending Account Health Insurance PPO/HSA Hospital Indemnity Plan
ID Theft Protection Life Insurance Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Program Vacation – Three Weeks 1st
Year Vision Insurance This post will expire on February 13,
2026
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