Chemical Researcher

Company Description

At TAPI, we’re not just a company—we’re a community committed to advancing health from the core. As the world’s leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), we partner with 80% of the top 50 global pharmaceutical companies. With a legacy spanning over 80 years and a portfolio of more than 350 products, as well as custom CDMO services, we’re shaping the future of health worldwide.

Our strength lies in our people—a team of over 4,200 professionals across 13 state-of-the-art facilities in Italy, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Israel, Mexico, and India. Together, we innovate, solve problems, and deliver excellence. Join us and be part of a mission that transforms lives.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct literature searches and support literature survey reports for assigned synthesis steps and molecules
• Identify, organise and review relevant patents and technical papers
• Develop cost-effective, non-infringing, safe and eco-friendly synthesis technologies for complex and small molecule APIs using sustainability and statistical (DOE) tools
• Identify and prepare impurities; plan, execute and record experiments with accurate data compilation
• Collaborate with Analytical, PRD and Kilo Lab teams on process development activities
• Conduct carry-over studies and contribute to technical discussions
• Upscale development technologies at Kilo Lab and pilot scale
• Prepare safety reports, literature surveys, cost sheets and process documentation
• Develop knowledge of ACMI reports, ICH guidelines (Q-3, M-7, Q-9, Q-11) and intellectual property considerations
• Maintain EHS and compliance standards throughout all activities
• Pursue continuous professional development through self-study, lab discussions and departmental seminars

Required Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of organic chemistry and spectroscopy
• Understanding of ICH guidelines and basic intellectual property principles
• Practical experimental skills and scale-up experience
• Critical thinking and strong observational abilities
• Problem-solving capability
• Excellent teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong communication skills

Qualifications

We’re looking for candidates with a strong academic background and hands-on industry experience in organic chemistry. The ideal candidate will have:

• M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry with a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant industrial experience
  OR
• Ph.D. in Chemistry with at least 1-2 years of experience in process development and scale-up.

 

Additional Information

Make Your Mark with TAPI

Your journey with TAPI is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on global health. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and inspire, we’re excited to welcome you to our team. Together, let’s shape the future of pharmaceuticals. Apply on top of this page and our talent acquisition team will be in touch soon!