Research Chemist / Research Scientist

Swisslinx AG; Aargau; Vor Ort; CHF 100.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Swisslinx AG is seeking a Research Chemist / Research Scientist with a strong background in synthetic organic chemistry to support activities from discovery through development. The role emphasizes independent execution, efficient route design, and collaboration with automation, analytical and purification teams.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Organic/Synthetic Chemistry and 2+ years of related experience, with strong documentation and safety practices, and fluent English mandatory.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree preferred in Organic Chemistry / Synthetic Chemistry.
• Ideally at least 2 years of professional experience as a Research Scientist in synthetic organic chemistry; juniors with relevant Master’s can be considered.
• Strong knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry, including reaction design, retrosynthesis, troubleshooting, purification and structural elucidation.
• Comfortable using software and digital tools for synthesis design and data analysis.
• Independent, self-motivated and collaborative within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong focus on laboratory safety and high-quality scientific documentation.
• Fluent English is mandatory; additional languages are advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Independently execute synthetic organic chemistry routes in a safe, effective and sustainable manner.
• Design efficient synthetic routes to target molecules using scientific expertise and digital tools.
• Collaborate with automation, analytical and purification teams.
• Perform risk assessments of experimental procedures and raw materials per HSE requirements.
• Troubleshoot synthetic chemistry challenges and contribute to scientific problem solving.
• Accurately document experimental procedures and data for reproducibility and IP.

Kenntnisse

Synthetic organic chemistry

Retrosynthesis

Reaction design

Data analysis software

Team collaboration

Lab safety

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Organic Chemistry / Synthetic Chemistry

Tools

Synthesis design software

Jobbeschreibung

We are looking for a Research Chemist / Research Scientist with a strong background in synthetic organic chemistry to support research activities from discovery through to development.

Requirements

• Independently execute synthetic organic chemistry routes in a safe, effective and sustainable manner.
• Design efficient synthetic routes to target molecules using scientific expertise and available digital tools.
• Collaborate with supporting platforms including automation, analytical and purification teams.
• Perform detailed risk assessments of experimental procedures and raw materials in line with HSE requirements.
• Troubleshoot synthetic chemistry challenges and contribute to scientific problem solving.
• Accurately document experimental procedures and data to ensure reproducibility, traceability and secure intellectual property.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory processes, safety and productivity.

Competences

• Master's degree in Organic Chemistry / Synthetic Chemistry preferred.
• Ideally at least 2 years of professional experience as a Research Scientist in synthetic organic chemistry. Junior profiles with a relevant Master's degree can also be considered.
• Strong knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry, including reaction design, retrosynthesis, troubleshooting, purification and structural elucidation.
• Comfortable using software and digital tools for synthesis design and data analysis.
• Independent, self‑motivated and comfortable working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong focus on laboratory safety and high‑quality scientific documentation.
• Fluent English is mandatory; additional languages are an advantage.

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