Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist - Drug Discovery Unit

Placements24; Soweto; In loco; ZAR 1.100.000 - 1.700.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Conference funding

State-of-the-art labs

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist to lead the design and synthesis of novel small molecules for early drug discovery in Soweto, Gauteng. You will design multi-step routes, optimize conditions, and collaborate with biologists and pharmacologists to advance programs.

You will work in our advanced laboratories, mentoring junior chemists and ensuring rigorous data documentation and safety practices to support innovative drug discovery efforts.

Competenze

• Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or closely related field.
• Minimum 5 years postdoctoral or industry experience in synthetic chemistry.
• Proven track record of synthesizing complex organic molecules.
• Strong knowledge of modern synthetic techniques and reagents.

Mansioni

• Design and execute multi-step synthetic routes to access novel organic compounds.
• Optimize reaction conditions and develop efficient synthetic methodologies.
• Purify and characterize synthesized compounds using NMR, MS, and HPLC.
• Mentor junior chemists and maintain detailed laboratory notebooks.
• Collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists and pharmacologists to advance drug discovery programs.

Conoscenze

Postdoctoral or industry experience

Synthesis of complex organic molecules

NMR, MS, HPLC expertise

Retrosynthetic analysis

Problem-solving & communication

Formazione

Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry

Strumenti

NMR

Mass Spectrometry

HPLC

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist to join our innovative Drug Discovery Unit located in Soweto, Gauteng. This critical role involves designing and synthesizing novel small molecules for potential therapeutic applications. You will be responsible for leading synthetic chemistry efforts, optimizing reaction pathways, and contributing to the early stages of drug development. This position requires a deep understanding of organic synthesis, reaction mechanisms, and modern synthetic methodologies, operating within our advanced research laboratories. We are dedicated to discovering new medicines to address unmet medical needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute multi-step synthetic routes to access novel organic compounds.
• Optimize reaction conditions and develop efficient synthetic methodologies.
• Purify and characterize synthesized compounds using techniques such as NMR, MS, and HPLC.
• Conduct literature searches and plan synthetic strategies based on current research.
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and propose innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, and pharmacologists to advance drug discovery programs.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and prepare scientific reports.
• Ensure adherence to laboratory safety procedures and best practices.
• Mentor junior chemists and contribute to a collaborative research environment.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of postdoctoral or industry experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Proven track record of successful synthesis of complex organic molecules.
• Extensive knowledge of modern synthetic organic chemistry techniques and reagents.
• Proficiency in structural elucidation using NMR, Mass Spectrometry, and chromatography techniques.
• Strong understanding of reaction mechanisms and retrosynthetic analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a research team in our Soweto facility.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a strong retirement savings plan.
• We provide ample opportunities for professional growth, including funding for conferences, workshops, and continuing education.
• Employees benefit from access to state-of-the-art synthetic chemistry laboratories and a collaborative work culture focused on innovation in drug discovery.

This role is ideal for a dedicated synthetic chemist eager to contribute to impactful research in organic chemistry and medicine.