Development Chemist

Fastnet; Cork; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical company in Cork is seeking a Development Chemist to develop and optimise synthetic organic processes for APIS. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in synthetic organic chemistry and have experience in laboratory scale experimental work. You will be responsible for navigating literature to solve chemistry issues and supporting regulatory filings. This is an excellent opportunity for those who are adaptable and have a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in synthetic organic chemistry is mandatory.
• Good working knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry and methods.
• Industry or postdoctoral experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Developing and optimising synthetic organic processes.
• Designing and carrying out laboratory scale experimental chemistry.
• Defining critical process parameters for regulatory filings.

Skills

Synthesis and manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients

Synthetic organic chemistry

Laboratory scale experimental chemistry

Reaction design

Optimisation and scale-up principles

Education

PhD in synthetic organic chemistry

Job description

Overview

Summary of Role: As a Development Chemist you will be responsible for developing the synthesis and manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and intermediates for emerging drug candidates and established commercial cGMP products.

Responsibilities

• Developing and optimising synthetic organic processes.
• Designing and carrying out laboratory scale experimental chemistry work programs.
• Effectively navigating the current literature through online platforms to solve complex chemistry issues.
• Defining critical process parameters to support regulatory filings.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Good working knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry and methods.
• Bring a solid understanding of reaction design, optimisation, and scale-up principles.
• Industry or postdoctoral experience is an advantage.
• Strong, reliable and adaptable work ethic.