Synthetic Organic Chemist

Synthetic Organic Chemist

One of our clients, a chemical company, is looking for a highly motivated and innovative Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist, eager to further grow their career with an industrial post- doctoral opportunity in a cutting- edge research environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in multi-disciplinary projects alongside world- class scientists towards the creation of next generation products.

This is initially for one year contract.

Responsibilities:

Synthesis:

• Independent and collaborative design of safe, sustainable and effective synthetic routes to target molecules, drawing on knowledge, experience and digital tools.
• Execution of synthesis to the highest standards, partnering with support platforms (e.g. automation, purification and analysis) to maximise efficiency and address critical challenges.
• Development of creative solutions to complex synthetic challenges within own areas of work and beyond.

Continuous improvement:

• Sustained excellence in modern synthetic methods and technologies through continuous personal development.
• Maintain a broad perspective of the external synthetic chemistry environment, champion the adoption of new methodologies and technology.
• Take a proactive role in improvement of laboratory safety, efficiency and ways of working.

Documentation of risk assessments, experimental procedures and data to the highest standard and scientific accuracy.

Objective analysis and evaluation of available scientific data to inform decision making.

Beyond the key accountabilities, this role offers a number of opportunities for additional specialisms depending on the skills or experiences the successful candidate brings to the role and shaped by future development preferences. These include but are not limited to:

• Specialisms within synthesis: Expertise in specific synthetic methodologies or technologies such as process chemistry and scale up, natural product synthesis, high- throughput experimentation, flow chemistry, photochemistry, electrochemistry, and specialised purification techniques.
• Digital tools for synthesis: Opportunities to play a role in the development and implementation of new digital technologies (e.g. computer-aided synthesis planning, automated data workflows).

Requirements:

• PhD. in organic chemistry (or a related discipline) or equivalent experience in industry.
• Excellent chemical knowledge and understanding, particularly in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Highly skilled practical chemist with exemplary safety standards.
• Able to work well in a collaborative environment to achieve project goals.
• Effective communication skills. Able to summarise and present scientific results and ideas to colleagues in a compelling and engaging manner.
• Able to deliver with autonomy. Independent planning, organisation and prioritisation of own time to achieve a high level of productivity.