Senior Research Chemist - Organic Synthesis

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Health + retirement benefits

Development in Bloemfontein

Laboratory facilities access

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Chemist (Organic Synthesis) to lead multi-step synthesis projects in Bloemfontein. The role focuses on developing new chemical entities and optimizing synthetic routes for novel compounds within a hybrid R&D setting.

The ideal candidate brings a PhD in Organic Chemistry with 5+ years of hands-on experience, strong spectroscopy skills, and a track record of delivering robust synthetic solutions. Hybrid work model and advanced facilities are available.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in synthetic organic chemistry, preferably in industrial or academic research.
• Demonstrated expertise across a broad range of organic reactions and synthesis methodologies.
• Proficiency with modern spectroscopic and analytical techniques for structure elucidation and purity assessment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute multi-step synthetic routes for complex organic molecules.
• Optimize reaction conditions to improve yield, purity, and scalability of processes.
• Purify synthesized compounds using chromatography and crystallization.
• Characterize compounds using NMR, MS, IR and other analytical methods.
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project goals and timelines.
• Maintain detailed lab notebooks and contribute to technical reports and publications.

Skills

Synthesis expertise

Project leadership

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in Organic Chemistry

Tools

NMR spectroscopy

Mass spectrometry

IR spectroscopy

Chromatography

Crystallization

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Senior Research Chemist specializing in Organic Synthesis to join their team in Bloemfontein . This role is integral to the development of new chemical entities and the optimization of synthetic routes for novel compounds. You will be responsible for leading synthetic projects, troubleshooting complex reactions, and contributing to the innovation pipeline. Working in a hybrid model, you'll have the opportunity to leverage our client's well-equipped laboratories while also benefiting from focused time for data analysis and documentation. This position is ideal for an experienced organic chemist looking to make significant contributions in a research-intensive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute multi-step synthetic routes for complex organic molecules.
• Optimize reaction conditions to improve yield, purity, and scalability of synthetic processes.
• Purify synthesized compounds using techniques such as chromatography and crystallization.
• Characterize synthesized compounds using spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS, IR) and other analytical techniques.
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and develop innovative solutions to overcome obstacles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project goals and timelines.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and contribute to technical reports and publications.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in synthetic organic chemistry, preferably in an industrial or academic research setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in a broad range of organic reactions and synthesis methodologies.
• Proficiency in modern spectroscopic and analytical techniques for structural elucidation and purity assessment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent attention to detail.
• Experience working in a hybrid R&D environment and collaborating with diverse scientific teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement in Bloemfontein .
• Access to advanced synthetic chemistry laboratory facilities.
• A collaborative and innovative research culture.