Research and Development Chemist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an innovative Research and Development Chemist to join a cutting-edge laboratory. You will pursue new chemical compounds and processes, collaborate with process engineers and product managers, and contribute to future product innovation in a state-of-the-art facility.

Requires Ph.D. or Master’s in Organic or Analytical Chemistry, at least 5 years post-graduate R&D experience, strong hands-on skills with NMR, GC-MS and HPLC, and excellent data interpretation and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years post-graduate research experience in an R&D setting.
• Proficiency with modern analytical instrumentation and spectroscopic techniques.
• Experience with computational chemistry tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory research to discover and synthesize novel chemical compounds with potential applications.
• Develop and optimize chemical synthesis routes and reaction conditions for new products.
• Perform rigorous analytical testing and characterization of synthesized materials using techniques such as NMR, GC-MS, and HPLC.
• Document research findings, experimental procedures, and results meticulously in lab notebooks and reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale up new discoveries.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in relevant chemical fields.

Skills

NMR

GC-MS

HPLC

Synthesis

Analytical thinking

Education

Ph.D. or Master’s in Organic/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

Computational chemistry tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly innovative and skilled Research and Development Chemist to join their cutting-edge laboratory in Pretoria. This role is ideal for a scientist passionate about discovering and developing new chemical compounds and processes that will drive future product innovation. You will work in a state-of-the-art facility, collaborating with a team of experts to push the boundaries of chemical science. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and development projects within a supportive and forward-thinking organization, fostering scientific excellence and technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory research to discover and synthesize novel chemical compounds with potential applications.
• Develop and optimize chemical synthesis routes and reaction conditions for new products.
• Perform rigorous analytical testing and characterization of synthesized materials using techniques such as NMR, GC-MS, and HPLC.
• Document research findings, experimental procedures, and results meticulously in lab notebooks and reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including process engineers and product managers, to scale up new discoveries.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in relevant chemical fields.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate research experience in an R&D setting.
• Proven expertise in synthetic organic chemistry techniques and reaction mechanism understanding.
• Proficiency with modern analytical instrumentation and spectroscopic techniques .
• Excellent documentation, data analysis, and scientific communication skills.
• Experience with computational chemistry tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and equipment.
• Opportunities for scientific publication and conference attendance.