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synergy

Organic Synthesis Chemist

Dallas, TX · On-site

This is an opportunity to apply deep organic synthesis expertise in a collaborative laboratory environment, working closely with cross-functional scientific partners to advance project goals while ...

synergy

Organic Synthesis Chemist

Dallas, TX · On-site

This is an opportunity to apply deep organic synthesis expertise in a collaborative laboratory environment, working closely with cross-functional scientific partners to advance project goals while ...

synergy

Organic Synthesis Chemist

Dallas, TX · On-site

This is an opportunity to apply deep organic synthesis expertise in a collaborative laboratory environment, working closely with cross-functional scientific partners to advance project goals while ...

FLEXSYS America

Synthetic Organic Chemist

Akron, OH · On-site

Synthesis of new molecules at the laboratory scale with skills including: * Design of new molecules ... Standard organic purification techniques including chromatography, distillation, and ...

FLEXSYS

Synthetic Organic Chemist

Akron, OH · On-site

Synthesis of new molecules at the laboratory scale with skills including: * Design of new molecules ... Standard organic purification techniques including chromatography, distillation, and ...

Astrix Inc

Organic Chemist

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

You'll support the development and optimization of surfactant synthesis and related molecular biology techniques to ensure high-quality product output. Job Title: Organic Chemist Location: Fully ...

Bureau Veritas

$38 - $42/hr

Design, validate and implement synthesis projects in organic synthesis, peptide synthesis, bioconjugation, purification and characterization of compounds of interest. * Maintain accurate record ...

Bureau Veritas

Synthetic Chemist II

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$38 - $42/hr

Design, validate and implement synthesis projects in organic synthesis, peptide synthesis, bioconjugation, purification and characterization of compounds of interest. * Maintain accurate record ...

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Organic Synthesis Chemist

Dallas, TX • On-site

synergy
501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Synergy Bioscience is a contract research, development, manufacturing, testing, and consulting organization serving pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and medical device clients. The company supports product development through analytical, testing, and regulatory expertise, helping clients move complex programs forward with scientific rigor, quality, and precision.

In this role, you will contribute to chemistry programs focused on the development of enantiomeric chemical entities. This is an opportunity to apply deep organic synthesis expertise in a collaborative laboratory environment, working closely with cross-functional scientific partners to advance project goals while maintaining high standards for quality, documentation, and compliance.

Responsibilities
  • Design and perform multi-step organic syntheses to produce enantiomeric chemical entities.
  • Develop and optimize synthetic routes to improve yield, purity, and scalability of enantiomeric chemicals.
  • Document experimental procedures, data, and results accurately in lab notebooks and reports, following good documentation practices.
  • Collaborate with analytical scientists to support project goals and timeline.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, GMP, and regulatory requirements in all laboratory activities.
  • Troubleshoot synthetic scheme challenges, characterization data, and reaction conditions, and propose innovative solutions.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree or PhD in Organic Chemistry or a related field.
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience in the organic synthesis of enantiomeric compounds.
  • Experience with multi-step organic synthesis and route optimization.
  • Deep knowledge of stereochemistry, enantiomeric synthesis, reaction mechanisms, synthetic methodologies, and analytical techniques.
  • Hands-on experience documenting work in GMP-compliant laboratory environments.
  • Experience working closely with analytical scientists, including interpreting characterization data, coordinating method support, and partnering on project timelines.
  • Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS; experience with chiral chromatography and NMR is a plus.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Training & Development