Brad Loertscher

Brad has served as a trusted R&D Group Leader at Dipharma, focusing on organic synthesis, route optimization, process development, and NMR analysis. He delivers tailormade solutions through turn-key CDMO services, supporting projects from early discovery to full-scale manufacturing. With his PhD in Organic Chemistry and postdoctoral training at UC Irvine, Brad was drawn to Dipharma’s dynamic projects and collaborative, experienced team. Operating within cGMPcertified facilities, Brad upholds Dipharma’s values of safety, innovation, and ethical conduct, and his technical expertise is applied in high-pressure hydrogenation, cross-coupling reactions, nitration, azide chemistry, and hazardous process handling. Leading cross-functional teams of scientists, chemists, QA teams, and project managers, Brad definesproject goals, solves problems, and delivers efficient, scalable solutions. Notably, he developed a commercialscale process for cantharidin (US20200270269A1) and solved key purification challenges for commercial production. From exploratory synthesis to long-term development, Brad excels in designing synthetic methods and improving existing processes for performance and scalability.
Clients working with Brad benefit from a dedicated leader who strategically resources his team to deliver flexible, customized solutions. He brings focused energy to the early stages of a project, recognizing that clear alignment on goals sets the foundation for success. Highly task-oriented and efficient, Brad emphasizes data-driven experimentation that keeps projects on track and within scope, ensuring maximum value at every stage. Through consistent communication and hands-on leadership, he drives progress while maintaining the highest standards of quality and accountability. Brad is known for mentoring teams, fostering collaboration, solving complex problems, and consistently delivering highimpact results. Combining thorough, iterative experimentation with methodical analysis, he thrives on scientific challenge and project variety.
He is motivated by problem-solving and the unique technical demands of each project. Brad takes particular satisfaction in scaling chemical processes from micro-scale to kilogram production, where results are both tangible and impactful. Valued for his collaborative spirit and task-oriented mindset, Brad values open communication and team alignment. He works closely with chemists and project managers to coordinate efforts, divide responsibilities, and ensure efficient progress without redundancy. Persistent, analytical, and meticulous, Brad is a reliable teammate who contributes consistently to his client’s shared goals. When he’s not at work, Brad enjoys reading and the outdoors, especially hiking and walking, drawing inspiration and clarity from nature.