Research Scientist - Organic Synthesis

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art labs

Professional growth

Health benefits

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a cutting-edge R&D facility in Sandton to hire a Research Scientist with a strong background in Organic Synthesis. The role focuses on designing and synthesizing novel organic molecules for materials, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals.

You will work in a dynamic laboratory, tackle complex synthetic challenges, and contribute to product development. A PhD in Organic Chemistry and at least three years of post‑doctoral or industrial experience are required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Organic Chemistry or closely related field.
• Minimum of 3 years post‑doctoral or industrial experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Proven expertise in modern organic synthesis methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute multi-step synthetic routes to complex organic molecules.
• Optimize reaction conditions to improve yield, purity, and scalability.
• Characterize synthesized compounds using spectroscopic techniques (NMR, MS, IR).
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures, results, and observations.
• Collaborate with other scientists to integrate compounds into research projects.

Skills

Synthesis design

Troubleshooting

Analytical techniques

Laboratory skills

Education

PhD in Organic Chemistry

Tools

NMR

Mass Spectrometry

IR spectroscopy

Job description

Our client is looking for a talented Research Scientist with a strong background in Organic Synthesis to join their cutting-edge R&D facility in Sandton . This role is crucial for the design and synthesis of novel organic molecules that serve as building blocks for new materials, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. You will work in a dynamic laboratory environment, tackling complex synthetic challenges and contributing to innovative product development. The ideal candidate is a creative and meticulous synthetic chemist with a passion for discovery and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute multi-step synthetic routes to complex organic molecules.
• Optimize reaction conditions to improve yield, purity, and scalability of syntheses.
• Characterize synthesized compounds using spectroscopic techniques (NMR, MS, IR) and other analytical methods.
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and develop innovative solutions to overcome them.
• Maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures, results, and observations.
• Collaborate with other scientists to integrate synthesized compounds into research projects and product pipelines.

Requirements

• PhD in Organic Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of post-doctoral or industrial experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Proven expertise in modern organic synthesis methodologies and reaction mechanisms.
• Proficiency in using analytical instrumentation for compound characterization.
• Strong understanding of stereochemistry and asymmetric synthesis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a laboratory setting in Sandton .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Access to state-of-the‑art synthesis laboratories and analytical equipment.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and attending scientific conferences.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• A stimulating and collaborative research environment focused on scientific innovation.