Senior Chemist - Organic Synthesis

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Access to advanced labs

Collaborative environment

Impactful research

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Chemist specializing in Organic Synthesis to join their Upington R&D center. You will lead the design, execution, and optimization of complex synthetic routes for novel compounds and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior chemists, maintaining meticulous records, and contributing to publications and process improvements within a cutting-edge laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Organic Chemistry or closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Proven track record of designing and executing complex organic syntheses.
• Expertise in modern synthetic methodologies and reaction mechanisms.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques for compound characterization (NMR, MS, Chromatography).

Responsibilities

• Design and execute multi-step synthetic pathways for complex organic molecules.
• Optimize reaction conditions to improve yields, purity, and efficiency.
• Characterize synthesized compounds using advanced analytical techniques (NMR, MS, HPLC, GC).
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Lead and mentor junior chemists on synthesis projects.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and contribute to technical reports and publications.

Skills

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

PhD in Organic Chemistry

Tools

NMR spectroscopy

Mass spectrometry

HPLC

GC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Chemist specializing in Organic Synthesis to join their state-of-the-art research and development facility in Upington . This role is critical for the design, execution, and optimization of complex synthetic routes for novel chemical compounds. You will work within a collaborative team environment, contributing to the discovery and development of new materials and pharmaceuticals. This position offers a significant opportunity for a seasoned organic chemist to lead challenging synthesis projects, mentor junior colleagues, and make substantial contributions to scientific innovation in a dedicated research setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute multi-step synthetic pathways for complex organic molecules.
• Optimize reaction conditions to improve yields, purity, and efficiency.
• Characterize synthesized compounds using advanced analytical techniques (NMR, MS, HPLC, GC).
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Lead and mentor junior chemists on synthesis projects.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and contribute to technical reports and publications.

Requirements

• PhD in Organic Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Proven track record of successfully designing and executing complex organic syntheses.
• Expertise in modern synthetic methodologies and reaction mechanisms.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques for compound characterization (e.g., NMR , MS , Chromatography).
• Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities for collaboration in our Upington R&D center.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Access to cutting-edge synthetic chemistry laboratories and instrumentation.
• Collaborative and stimulating work environment focused on innovation.
• Significant role in the development of novel chemical entities.
• Contribution to scientific advancements in a key research area.