Senior Scientist, Synthesis Research Chemistry

SRG; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Senior Scientist, Synthesis Research Chemistry - Global Agrochemical Company

Contract: 12 months (potential to be extended/perm)

Location: Bracknell, Jealott's Hill

Salary: 20.50 per hour

We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative Synthetic Organic Chemist, eager to further grow their career within a cutting-edge research environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in multi-disciplinary projects alongside world- class scientists in the field of Agrochemistry, towards the creation of next generation weed control products.

Previous experience in the field of Agrochemistry is not essential - we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of academic and industrial backgrounds, and a comprehensive training package will be provided.

Job Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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) and support adoption within the Syngenta Chemistry community

Essential Requirements:

• D. 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

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.