Research Scientist

Meet Life Sciences Ltd.; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Meet Life Sciences Ltd. is seeking a Synthetic Chemist to support research and development, process development, impurity synthesis, and production activities within a synthetic chemistry laboratory.

The role includes conducting organic chemistry experiments, performing routine analytical testing, troubleshooting processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enable scale-up and manufacturing. The candidate will perform synthetic experiments, operate standard equipment, and apply

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Chemistry or a related field with at least 2 years of experience, or a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
• Working knowledge of organic chemistry, synthetic methodologies, and standard laboratory equipment.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, IR, and NMR.
• Strong documentation, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with cGMP/cGLP regulations and practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform synthetic chemistry experiments supporting process development, impurity synthesis, and production operations.
• Operate standard laboratory equipment and apply organic chemistry techniques, including reflux, distillation, crystallization, and purification.
• Conduct routine analytical testing using techniques such as HPLC, GC, IR, and NMR.
• Troubleshoot chemical processes and assist with resolving production and quality issues.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, technical reports, standard operating procedures, and other required documentation.
• Analyze experimental data and communicate findings to support research and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Analytical Services, Quality Control, Process Support, Operations, and other cross-functional teams.
• Follow cGMP requirements, laboratory safety procedures, and environmental standards.

Skills

Documentation

Analytical

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or master's in Chemistry or related field

Ph.D. in relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Seeking a Synthetic Chemist to support research and development, process development, impurity synthesis, and production support within a synthetic chemistry laboratory. This role involves conducting organic chemistry experiments, performing routine analytical testing, troubleshooting chemical processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support scale-up and manufacturing activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform synthetic chemistry experiments supporting process development, impurity synthesis, and production operations.
• Operate standard laboratory equipment and apply organic chemistry techniques, including reflux, distillation, crystallization, and purification.
• Conduct routine analytical testing using techniques such as HPLC, GC, IR, and NMR.
• Troubleshoot chemical processes and assist with resolving production and quality issues.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, technical reports, standard operating procedures, and other required documentation.
• Analyze experimental data and communicate findings to support research and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Analytical Services, Quality Control, Process Support, Operations, and other cross-functional teams.
• Follow cGMP requirements, laboratory safety procedures, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Chemistry or a related field with at least 2 years of experience, or a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
• Working knowledge of organic chemistry, synthetic methodologies, and standard laboratory equipment.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, IR, and NMR.
• Strong documentation, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with cGMP/cGLP regulations and practices preferred.