Senior Research Associate - Synthesis

Office Location : Hyderabad Hyderabad

Years of experience :

Salary Range : INR to (Annual)

Scope

This role is responsible for executing chemicals reactions to synthesize required quantities of molecules / compounds as per client specifications using efficient route and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and execute reactions for synthesis of target molecules / compounds :

Understand the project requirements as specified by the client, the synthetic route

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

Follow safety and quality systems in the labs

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

Document reactions executed, research findings / observations accurately in lab notr 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

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.

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

Additional Requirements

Candidates with their research publications in leading journals would be preferred