Synthetic Organic Chemist

Exceptional and truly exciting vacancies for two Synthetic Organic Chemists have arisen with a new Biotechnology Spin-Out based in Cambridge. These are exciting career opportunities for ambitious and motivated Synthetic Organic Chemists who want to be key figures in a brand new Biotechnology Company, where you’ll be making a real impact in the growth of this exciting new venture.

The Synthetic Organic Chemists will be to developing novel methods for oligonucleitude and DNA synthesis. Experience of surface chemistry in the context of microarray fabrication would also be desirable.

These are hands-on, practical roles where you will take ownership of your work and run your own projects in order to contribute to the on-going development of this exciting new technology.

We consider these to be the perfect roles for ambitious Scientists who want to be key players in something new and exciting. The sort of people who relish the challenge of working in a fast -paced and rapidly evolving company with jobs that will grow quickly as the technology expands into other fields and applications.

Job Title: Synthetic Organic Chemist

Vacancy Location – Cambridgeshire

Salary – Based on experience (Guide £36,000 – £54,000) plus exceptional benefits package

The Synthetic Organic Chemist will work in the chip development team on their novel approach to exploit the unique feature of the patented chip technology to create highly compatible DNA syntheses chemistry.

In addition to hands-on, lab-based Chemistry, as one of two Synthetic Organic Chemists you will:

Develop and execute project plans to meet chemistry objectives on time and on budget
Liaise closely with cross-disciplinary team of electronic engineers and molecular biologists to ensure compatibility and commercial viability
Proactive identification and management of project dependencies
Day-to-day execution of project plans through communication with team members
Proactive identification, analysis, management and escalation of risks and issues
Active engagement with internal team members and external suppliers
Continually review existing approaches to project management and propose improvements
Maintain a working knowledge of the latest chemistry literature relevant to project goals and technology development
Regular presentations of progress to management and colleagues

To be considered for the role of Synthetic Organic Chemist you need to meet the following:

Education

An excellent first degree (2.1 or above) in Chemistry or related Subject
A PhD in Synthentic Organic Chemistry or closely related subject

Skills:

High level of knowledge in modern synthetic organic chemistry, experience with nucleic acid chemistry would be an advantage
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with strong attention to detail
The ability to create and develop fit for purpose synthetic routes to target molecules
Proficient in the purification and characterisation of organic molecules
Experience in a range of standard analytical techniques such as NMR, MS, HPLC, IR, UV

Desirable knowledge, skills and experience required for role:

Development of silicon-based active surface coatings
Understanding of molecular biology techniques
Some knowledge of solid-phase chemistry techniques

Benefits

Good Salary, based on merit and reviewed annually
Pension scheme
Life assurance plan
Private medical insurance
25 days annual holiday plus public holidays