Chemical Synthesis Specialist
About the Role:
This is a challenging opportunity to utilize your skills and knowledge in chemical synthesis to contribute to the success of our organization. As a Chemical Synthesis Specialist, you will be responsible for carrying out organic synthesis ranging from route finding on laboratory scale up to multi-kilogram production.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carrying out organic synthesis ranging from route finding on laboratory scale up to multi-kilogram production in 2 to 60 L reactors in the kilo-lab.
* Optimization of chemical reactions under guidance - including workup and product isolation - with regards to scalability.
* Monitoring reaction conversion and performing compound analysis using TLC, LC/MS, NMR.
* Purification of products via crystallization, distillation, (automated) column chromatography or prep-HPLC.
* Superuser of dedicated equipment or technology, including maintenance, contact with suppliers and instruction of other group members.
* Planning of daily practical work in discussion with the responsible Scientist.
* Performing general lab duties and maintaining a high standard of order and cleanliness.
* Accurate, detailed and regular documentation of experimental work using electronic lab journal.
* Supervising an apprentice, trainee or junior team members.
Requirements:
1. Apprenticeship as laboratory technician, specialized in organic synthesis.
2. Previous experience of working in a similar role.
3. Good German language skills are essential, you must be B2 level or above.
4. Consistently strong performance over several years with regards to output, quality, and behaviors.
5. Role model for younger technicians in all professional and personal aspects (