We take great pride in our vast range of chemical and biochemical products, and our high standards are maintained through great people who share our values and want to do the very best job possible every day.
We acknowledge the important part our team members, who are based over three continents with manufacturing laboratories in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Slovakia, and China, and distribution centres in the United States, play in our continued success.
Main Purpose of the Job The main purpose of this role is to execute the lab work following provided synthetic routes and contribute with ideas to other projects when problems are encountered during the synthesis.
Key Responsibilities Execute lab work following provided synthetic routes and contribute with ideas to other projects when problems are encountered during the synthesis.
Design and develop chemistry for custom synthesis projects.
Plan and execute synthetic programmes independently.
Work efficiently in the laboratory to meet project deadlines.
Carry out characterisation and data analysis.
Perform all laboratory work in a safe manner and comply with all regulations, adhering to company policies.
Execute lab work for own project and deliver within given deadlines.
Prepare progress and final project reports.
Management of Synthetic Chemist 1, Synthetic Technicians, or industrial placement students where applicable.
Candidate Requirements MSc or PhD graduate chemist – (MSc with industrial experience after university required or PhD with no industrial experience would suit). Graduate industrial experience in synthetic organic chemistry only.
Proven record in a wide range of synthetic chemistry.
Experience in carbohydrate, nucleoside, or related research is an advantage.
Experience with scale-up chemistry (up to 20 ltr scale) would be desirable.
Process chemistry experience would be desirable.
Familiarity with a wide range of organic synthesis techniques.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated, well-organised, and proactive learner.
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Able to work within a team.
Knowledge of a wide range of purification techniques would be desirable.
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