R&D Process Chemist (F/M/D) - Rovereto

At Suanfarma, we are looking for an R&D Process Chemist to join our R&D team in Rovereto. The role involves designing innovative synthetic routes for generic APIs, as well as planning, conducting, and documenting experiments for R&D projects, technical service, and production support.

Suanfarma is a global leader in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). With over 30 years of experience, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering high-quality products that improve health and well-being around the world.

Responsibilities:

• Design innovative synthetic routes for generic APIs.
• Apply for patents related to innovative and non-infringing processes for the production of generic APIs.
• Draw and plan experiments for R&D projects, technical service, and production support.
• Prepare and execute experiments for R&D projects, technical service, and production support.
• Analyze and interpret results, draw conclusions, and write technical reports.
• Record results in laboratory notebooks and discuss findings with the direct manager.
• Retrieve chemical literature using the SciFinder database.
• Provide scientific and documentation support for new product launches, supervising the transfer from the R&D laboratory to production.
• Participate in project teams and functional/cross-functional discussions.
• Fully comply with responsibilities and authorities related to safety and quality.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Number of innovative synthetic routes developed annually that enable the industrial manufacturing of generic APIs.
• Timely completion of assigned tasks and projects.
• Accurate interpretation of experimental results.
• Precision in the planning and execution of experiments.
• Successful filing and approval of patent applications.

Profile Requirements:

We are looking for a technically skilled and results-driven professional with strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset. Key competencies include innovation, adaptability, planning and alignment, resilience, and a continuous learning attitude.

Ideal Background:

• Education: PhD in Organic or Synthetic Chemistry. Alternatively, a 5-year Master’s Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in chemical process development.
• Experience: Ideally 2 years in developing non-infringing processes for generic API manufacturing, preferably within API-producing companies.
• Skills: Solid knowledge of analytical techniques (e.g., LC-MS, HPLC, GC, DSC, NMR, XRPD) and strong practical laboratory skills.
• Languages: Fluent in English.

Interested?

If this sounds like your next challenge, send us your CV at We look forward to hearing from you!