Development Chemist

PPD (Thermo Fisher) UK

Heysham, United Kingdom
Good manufacturing practices (gmp)
Synthetic chemistry process development
Laboratory safety protocols and ppe
Working at Thermo Fisher Scientific involves participating in important projects with continual growth and learning opportunities within a championing environment

Job Summary

  • Working at Thermo Fisher Scientific involves participating in important projects with continual growth and learning opportunities within a championing environment.
  • The Development Chemist will design and develop innovative and scalable synthetic routes for complex molecules while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
  • The role includes collaboration with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Matching Summary

Working at Thermo Fisher Scientific involves participating in important projects with continual growth and learning opportunities within a championing environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
  • Synthetic chemistry process development
  • Laboratory safety protocols and PPE
  • Analytical techniques (GC, HPLC, NMR, GC-MS, DSC)
  • Process documentation and reporting
  • Cross-functional team collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in CDMO or CRO environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Mentoring junior chemists
  • Proficiency with MestReNova NMR software
  • Proficiency with Reaxys reaction database
  • Strong time management and organisational skills
  • Enthusiastic and proactive approach

Key Requirements

  • BSc, MSc or PhD in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry
  • Experience in complex synthetic chemistry
  • Completion of safety, quality and regulatory compliance training
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently and in teams

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