This role is responsible for client projects by route designing and synthesis of molecules as per client specifications, independently or through supervision of a team of chemist.
Responsibilities
Set-up and execute reactions for synthesis of target molecules
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Understand the project requirements and deliverables from manager as specified by the client
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Understand the reaction protocol and search literature as required
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Efficiently delegate work and monitor team members for effective planning, execution and delivery
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Understand and discuss the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) with team members
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Identify and mitigate any potential safety risk with the help of supervisor
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Plan and execute reactions with proper reagents and equipment (glassware, stirrers, vacuum pumps etc.) maintaining specified conditions (temperature, pressure etc.), with optimum usage and minimum wastage
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Ensure parallel execution of multiple reactions
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Monitor the reaction by observing progress by using analytical techniques
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Identify and execute appropriate workup and purification technique to produce an intermediary / final compound of desired quality
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Analyze analytical data, evaluate and interpret results from the synthesis and report
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Meet productivity benchmarks on number of reactions / number of steps / number of compounds / quality / compounds purity / project timelines
Improve delivery efficiency and quality through project management -
Support project manager in finalizing the estimation of the project by identifying relevant literature, proposing appropriate synthetic route/ reaction design and by assessing project risks and challenges
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Prepare weekly / monthly/ final reports as required
Ensure safety at work through enforcement of good laboratory practices
Maintain records, data integrity and IP confidentiality
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Document reactions executed, research findings/ observations accurately in lab note books as per client requirements to ensure data integrity
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Maintain strict IP confidentiality and adhere to all related policies
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To prepare final reports as required
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Identify and report non-compliance of LNB guidelines update by junior team members
Ensure high morale and skill development of team:
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Improve knowledge of organic chemistry (particularly synthesis) / Analytical techniques etc. through ono on one discussions with supervisor/ regular classroom trainings/ project trainings/ further education programs etc.
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Guiding a teams of chemists to meet productivity/ quality targets.
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Train and develop team members, regularly review their performance
Functional/ Technical Skills
Knowledge of Chemistry & Execution Knowledge of Safety Protocols Knowledge of IP & Confidentiality and Data Integrity
Ability to conduct cost benefit analysis and optimum usage of resources
Required Educational Qualification & Relevant experience
Msc (Organic/ Medicinal Chemistry) with 1 - 5 years of relevant experience
Ph.D. / PDF (Organic/ Medicinal Chemistry) with 1 3 years of relevant experience
Additional Requirements
Candidates with their research publications in leading journals would be preferred
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Educational qualifications preferred
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