Principal Scientist
Swords, Dublin, Ireland • Posted June 27, 2026
Role Description
Principal Scientist – API Process Development (Swords Campus)
About SK pharmteco
Global CDMO specializing in small-molecule APIs, with facilities in Korea, US and Ireland. The Swords site has over 60 years of experience in API development, scale-up and commercial manufacturing.
Role Summary
Seeking an experienced Principal Scientist to lead API process development within a fast-paced CDMO environment. The role involves designing, optimizing, and scaling chemical processes for APIs and intermediates from clinical to commercial stages, while mentoring scientists and collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end API process development (route scouting, optimization, scale-up and GMP manufacture).
Partner with clients and internal teams to define strategies, timelines and deliverables.<...
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