Senior Synthetic Chemist: Process Improvement & Scale-Up

LGC; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LGC is seeking a Senior Chemist II to join our research team in the UK. You will drive synthetic organic chemistry initiatives, optimize procedures for higher yields and reproducibility, scale operations, and reduce manufacturing costs.

The role focuses on delivering NPI projects, contract synthesis, and continuous improvement while maintaining rigorous records. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Chemistry or equivalent, 10+ years of industrial experience or postdoc, and strong project

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent experience in Chemistry.
• Minimum of 10 years industrial experience or relevant postdoc.
• Proven project management experience.
• Experience working in a quality-led laboratory environment.
• Batch manufacture experience from <10 g to at least 1 kg.
• Demonstrated success in product development projects.
• Experience with contract/custom synthesis projects.
• Proven experience in process improvement and scale-up projects.
• Experience in projects involving new product development.
• Desirable: Knowledge of oligonucleotide synthesis.

Responsibilities

• Complete scheduled work on time, within budget, and within specification.
• Achieve right first-time results to reduce rework.
• Ensure timely delivery in full for all projects.
• Understand underlying chemical and physical principles before starting assigned work.
• Effectively monitor all reactions to prevent incomplete work-ups.
• Report any batch failures or unexpected results immediately to the Chemistry Manager.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for improving chemical procedures.
• Efficiently complete custom synthesis/NPI projects, including crafting synthetic routes, improving existing routes, and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to writing and revising detailed procedures.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of all work.
• Plan and manage continuous improvement (CI) projects.
• Support the development of new products within the company.
• Accurately record, interpret, and report all generated data.
• Stay up-to-date with relevant current literature and technical developments.
• Review, optimise, and define manufacturing instructions for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Education

PhD or equivalent experience in Chemistry

Job description

LGC is seeking a Senior Chemist II to join our research team in the UK. You will drive synthetic organic chemistry initiatives, optimize procedures for higher yields and reproducibility, scale operations, and reduce manufacturing costs.

The role focuses on delivering NPI projects, contract synthesis, and continuous improvement while maintaining rigorous records. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Chemistry or equivalent, 10+ years of industrial experience or postdoc, and strong project