Associate Scientist, Synthetic Organic Chemistry

Looking for an opportunity to apply your chemistry expertise in a cutting-edge drug discovery environment?

Associate Scientist, Synthetic Chemistry

Proclinical is working alongside a growing biopharmaceutical organisation is seeking an Associate Scientist to join its expanding synthetic chemistry and drug discovery team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career synthetic chemist, organic chemist or chemistry graduate to gain industry experience supporting the discovery of novel small-molecule medicines. Previous medicinal chemistry experience is not essential.

Location: Cambridge, UK
Sector: Pharmaceutical | Drug Discovery | Small Molecule Research
Working Pattern: Laboratory-based (5 days per week)
Contract: 12 Months

Responsibilities

Synthesise and purify small-molecule compounds on milligram-to-gram scale
Support synthetic route design and optimisation
Use organic synthesis, chromatography and preparative HPLC techniques
Analyse and interpret NMR, LC-MS and HPLC data
Troubleshoot synthetic, purification and analytical challenges
Maintain accurate experimental records
Present results and collaborate with multidisciplinary scientists
Support safe and effective laboratory operations
Requirements

BSc or MSc in chemistry, organic chemistry, synthetic chemistry or a related discipline
Practical synthetic chemistry experience gained through employment, an industrial placement, internship or academic research project
Knowledge of organic synthesis and compound purification
Familiarity with NMR, LC-MS, HPLC or chromatography
Strong attention to detail, communication and teamwork skills

This role offers the opportunity to develop hands-on experience in synthetic organic chemistry, pharmaceutical R&D and small-molecule drug discovery within a collaborative scientific environment.

Apply now if you are looking to build your career as a Synthetic Chemist, Organic Chemist, Laboratory Scientist or Associate Scientist.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Neil Walton at (url removed).

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