Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Modern laboratory facilities and [anal

Performance-based bonuses

Retirement savings plan with employer

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is assisting a respected chemical R&D firm in Mahikeng, North West, to recruit a Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist. You will design, execute, and optimize multi-step syntheses of novel organic molecules for pharma, materials, and agrochemicals, in a state-of-the-art laboratory.

You will purify and characterize compounds using chromatography and NMR, MS, and IR, troubleshoot challenges, and document results.

Formación

• PhD in Organic Chemistry or closely related field.
• 5+ years postdoctoral or industry experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Proven ability to design and execute challenging organic syntheses.
• Hands-on experience with diverse organic reactions and techniques.
• Proficiency with NMR, MS, and IR for compound characterization.
• Strong understanding of reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, and retrosynthesis.
• Experience with chromatography and purification techniques (column, HPLC).
• Excellent problem-solving and meticulous experimental approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsabilidades

• Design and execute complex multi-step synthetic routes for novel organic molecules.
• Optimize conditions to improve yield, purity, and efficiency.
• Purify synthesized compounds using chromatography and recrystallization.
• Characterize synthesized compounds using spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS, IR) and other analyses.
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Maintain detailed lab notebooks and document results.
• Collaborate with chemists, biologists, and researchers to meet project goals.
• Stay informed about advances in synthetic organic chemistry and related fields.
• Assist in developing and implementing new synthetic methodologies.
• Ensure adherence to lab safety protocols.

Conocimientos

Synthetic organic chemistry

Spectroscopy (NMR MS IR)

Retrosynthetic analysis

Problem solving

Lab documentation

Team collaboration

Independent work

Educación

PhD in Organic Chemistry

Herramientas

Chromatography (column, HPLC)

NMR, MS, IR instrumentation

Analytical instrumentation

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a renowned chemical research and development firm based in Mahikeng, North West , is seeking a highly skilled Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist to contribute to their innovative projects. This role involves the design, synthesis, and characterization of novel organic molecules with potential applications in various fields, including pharmaceuticals, materials science, and agrochemicals. You will be responsible for planning and executing complex multi-step synthetic routes, optimizing reaction conditions, and purifying target compounds to high standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience in synthetic organic chemistry, a strong understanding of reaction mechanisms, and a proven ability to solve challenging synthetic problems. This position offers a stimulating opportunity to work on cutting-edge research in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment. We foster a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, and innovation. The successful applicant will play a vital role in advancing research programs and developing new chemical entities. This role requires a deep commitment to the principles of organic synthesis and rigorous scientific methodology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex multi-step synthetic routes for novel organic molecules.
• Optimize reaction conditions to improve yield, purity, and efficiency.
• Purify synthesized compounds using techniques such as chromatography (column, HPLC) and recrystallization.
• Characterize synthesized compounds using spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS, IR) and other analytical techniques.
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and develop creative solutions to overcome them.
• Maintain meticulous laboratory notebooks and document all experimental procedures and results accurately.
• Collaborate effectively with other chemists, biologists, and research scientists to achieve project goals.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in synthetic organic chemistry and related fields.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new synthetic methodologies.
• Ensure adherence to all laboratory safety protocols and guidelines.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of postdoctoral or industry experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing and executing challenging organic syntheses.
• Extensive hands-on experience with a wide range of organic reactions and synthetic techniques.
• Proficiency in using modern spectroscopic techniques (NMR, MS, IR) for compound characterization.
• Strong understanding of reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, and retrosynthetic analysis.
• Experience with chromatography (column, HPLC) and other purification techniques is essential.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a meticulous approach to experimental work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Benefits

• An annual salary ranging from R to R , depending on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, including attending scientific conferences and training courses.
• Access to modern laboratory facilities and advanced analytical instrumentation.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses.
• A collaborative and innovative research environment.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.