Senior Biochemist: Novel Compound Synthesis (Hybrid)

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension scheme

Professional development andConference

Access to cutting-edge research

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Bio-Chemist for our client in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, to lead advanced research programs in biochemistry and organic synthesis. You will design experiments, optimize purification, and apply NMR, MS and HPLC to characterize compounds for therapeutic development.

The role requires a PhD in Biochemistry or Organic Chemistry and at least five years post-doctoral experience with a strong publication record. A collaborative, hybrid work environment is offered.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral research experience in compound synthesis and characterization.
• Demonstrated expertise in spectroscopy and chromatographic techniques.
• Proven publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in drug discovery or pharmaceutical R&D is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute biochemical experiments to synthesize and characterize novel compounds.
• Develop and optimize purification techniques for target molecules.
• Use NMR, MS, and HPLC to identify compounds and assess purity.
• Interpret data, troubleshoot protocols, and contribute to publications and patents.
• Collaborate with medicinal chemists and pharmacologists to advance programs.
• Maintain rigorous lab records and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Mentor junior researchers and support R&D activities.

Skills

Spectroscopy

Chromatography

Data analysis

Scientific publications

Communication

Education

PhD in Biochemistry or Organic Chemistry

Tools

NMR

Mass Spectrometry

HPLC

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Bio-Chemist for our client in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, to lead advanced research programs in biochemistry and organic synthesis. You will design experiments, optimize purification, and apply NMR, MS and HPLC to characterize compounds for therapeutic development.

The role requires a PhD in Biochemistry or Organic Chemistry and at least five years post-doctoral experience with a strong publication record. A collaborative, hybrid work environment is offered.