Chemical Synthesis Specialist

3 weeks ago


Compton, United Kingdom Biosynth Full time

We pride ourselves on our extensive portfolio of chemical and biochemical products, maintained through high standards and a commitment to excellence. Our team members, based across three continents, play a vital role in our continued success.


Main Purpose of the Job


As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for executing laboratory work following established synthetic routes and contributing to other projects when problems arise. Your expertise in process development for large-scale manufacturing will be crucial in driving our growth.


Key Responsibilities



  • Execute laboratory work following provided synthetic routes and contribute to other projects when problems arise.
  • Design and develop chemistry for custom synthesis projects, ensuring high-quality results and efficient execution.
  • Plan and execute synthetic programmes independently, meeting project deadlines and exceeding expectations.
  • Work efficiently in the laboratory to meet project deadlines, while maintaining a safe working environment and adhering to all regulations.
  • Carry out characterisation and data analysis, providing valuable insights to inform decision-making.
  • Perform all laboratory work in a safe manner, complying with all regulations and adhering to company policies.
  • Execute lab work for own project, delivering results within given deadlines and exceeding expectations.
  • Prepare progress and final project reports, providing a clear overview of achievements and areas for improvement.
  • Manage Synthetic Chemist 1, Synthetic Technicians, or industrial placement students where applicable, providing guidance and support to ensure their success.

Candidate Requirements



  • MSc or PhD graduate chemist with industry experience in large-scale manufacturing, preferably with experience in carbohydrate, nucleoside, or related research.
  • Proven record in a wide range of synthetic chemistry, with a strong understanding of organic synthesis techniques.
  • Experience in process development for large-scale manufacturing, ideally with experience of 20 ltr scale chemistry processes.
  • Process chemistry experience would be desirable, as would familiarity with a wide range of purification techniques.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work within a team, with a strong commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

About us


Biosynth is a leading life sciences reagents, custom synthesis, and manufacturing services company, headquartered in Staad, Switzerland. We are committed to securing supply chains with consistent quality, across the globe. Our main production laboratories are located in Switzerland, the UK, Slovakia, and China, with peptide and antibody production in the US, the UK, and the Netherlands. Enzyme projects are based in Austria, bioconjugation projects in Germany, and biological IVD reagents in Ireland.


We do not use external recruitment agencies to recruit for any of our positions. We will not accept unsolicited CVs and communications from external recruiters.



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