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Cambrex Karlskoga is a member of Cambrex Corporation, an innovative life sciences company providing products, services and technologies to accelerate the development and commercialization of small molecule therapeutics. With customers all over the world, Cambrex Karlskoga operates in an internationally oriented environment. We work with advanced organic chemistry focusing on developing processes and deliver products to innovative pharmaceutical companies. Cambrex Karlskoga, founded in 1896 by Alfred Nobel, is a full-scale organization consisting of research & development, production and supporting departments. We are 480 employees in total.

Are you a skilled chemist eager to make an impact in pharmaceutical manufacturing? Do you want to be responsible chemist for products manufactured in our large-scale plants? Join Cambrex Karlskoga for a rewarding career at an international pharmaceutical company.

About the Role

As a Scientist in our R&D team, you’ll play a key role in supporting the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) while driving continuous process improvements. You’ll work in cross-functional teams with experts in organic chemistry and process technology, upholding the highest standards in science, innovation, and quality.

This is a full-time position based in Karlskoga.

Your Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll contribute as a Responsible Chemist for commercial products manufactured at our large-scale plants. Your tasks will include process development, troubleshooting, and collaboration across regulatory, engineering, and chemistry disciplines.

Key responsibilities include:

- Acting as Responsible Chemist for large-scale API production and participating in cross-functional product groups.

- Providing chemical expertise to support all parts of the company and ensure process understanding.

- Improving existing manufacturing processes with a focus on quality and environmental sustainability.

- Planning, executing, and documenting laboratory work, including synthetic method development, participate in method transfer and scale-up activities.

- Conducting quality risk assessments for process changes and deviations to ensure product safety for patients.

About You

We are looking for a candidate with:

- A Master's or a Ph. D. degree in chemistry, preferably in Organic Chemistry.

- Experience in the chemical process industry or cGMP manufacturing (preferred but not required).

- Proficiency with IT systems and an interest in technology-driven solutions.

- Good written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in Swedish is a plus.

As a person, you are:

- Detail-oriented and systematic, delivering high-quality results.

- Independent and proactive, comfortable taking initiative and meeting deadlines.

- A collaborative problem-solver with integrity and a humble approach to teamwork.

- A positive force within the team, fostering creativity and motivation.

Why Cambrex?

At Cambrex Karlskoga, you’ll be part of a global network making a real difference in people’s lives. Our focus on innovation, quality, and environmental impact ensures that your work contributes to meaningful and sustainable solutions.

Contact Information

For more information about the position, please contact:

Robin Hertzberg (Group Manager, R&D Regular Products), Phone: +46 72 723 99 65

Union Representatives:

Fanny Salonen, Akademikerföreningen, Phone: +46 72 724 76 11

Emelie Enger, Unionen, Phone: +46 73 078 48 92

Apply Today!

We evaluate applications continuously, so don’t wait—submit your application now and take the next step in your career!

The last day to apply is 2025-01-31