Synthetic Organic Chemist - Radiochemistry

Eurofins USA; Chipping Ongar; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in isotope chemistry is seeking a skilled Synthetic Organic Chemist to join their multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will synthesize and purify isotopically labelled compounds for regulatory studies. Comprehensive training will be provided, and a strong track record in organic chemistry is essential.

Benefits

Attractive and competitive reward package

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant industrial experience.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for synthesizing and purifying isotopically labelled compounds.
• Support new product development and registration.

Skills

Organic Reactions

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry

Job description

Synthetic Organic Chemist - Radiochemistry

• Full-time

Eurofins Selcia Limited, part of the Eurofins Scientific Group, is a contract research organization and one of the world’s leading providers of custom radioisotope labelling services, specializing in the synthesis of compounds labelled with carbon-14 and tritium. We have a proven track record of delivering challenging isotope labelling projects to high-quality standards. Our customer base across Europe, North America, and Japan includes many leading pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemicals companies.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company offering a broad range of analytical testing services to clients in multiple industries. The Group is a world leader in food, environmental, and pharmaceutical testing, as well as in agroscience CRO services. It is also a global leader in genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences, and clinical studies support. Eurofins is a key emerging player in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

In 2023, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.515 billion and has been among the best-performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a skilled synthetic organic chemist seeking a challenging career in isotope chemistry. Working within a growing, multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will be responsible for synthesizing and purifying isotopically labelled, biologically active compounds used in regulatory studies to support new product development and registration. Experience in handling radioisotopes is advantageous but not essential, as comprehensive training will be provided and you will be supported by our experienced isotope chemists.

We are seeking applicants with a Ph.D. in synthetic organic chemistry or a related degree with at least one year of relevant industrial experience or placement in a synthetic organic chemistry environment. Ideally, you will have a broad understanding of organic reactions and a passion for bench work. You should demonstrate a strong track record of achievement and the ability to apply practical skills to prepare a wide range of targets. The role requires the ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team to meet tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with a customer-focused approach, are essential. In return, Eurofins Selcia offers an attractive and competitive reward package.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are the right candidate, please visit our careers page at https://careers.eurofins.com/uk for application instructions, or send your CV and cover letter to [emailprotected], quoting job reference: SEL/101/1124. The closing date for applications is Monday, 24 March 2025.