Associate Scientist-Discovery Solutions

Years of experience : to

Salary Range : INR to (Annual)

Scope

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

Understand the project requirements and deliverables from manager as specified by the client

Understand the reaction protocol and search literature as required

Efficiently delegate work and monitor team members for effective planning, execution and delivery

Understand and discuss the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) with team members

Identify and mitigate any potential safety risk with the help of supervisor

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

Ensure parallel execution of multiple reactions

Monitor the reaction by observing progress by using analytical techniques

Identify and execute appropriate workup and purification technique to produce an intermediary / final compound of desired quality

Analyze analytical data, evaluate and interpret results from the synthesis and report

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

Prepare weekly / monthly / final reports as required

Follow safety and quality systems in the labs

Maintenance and usage of equipment / apparatus / instruments as per SOPs and general housekeeping norms

Maintain records, data integrity and IP confidentiality

Document reactions executed, research findings / observations accurately in lab note books as per client requirements to ensure data integrity

Maintain strict IP confidentiality and adhere to all related policies

To prepare final reports as required

Identify and report non-compliance of LNB guidelines update by junior team members

Ensure high morale and skill development of team :

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.

Guiding a teams of chemists to meet productivity / quality targets.

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

Or

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