Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Working with Thermo Fisher Scientific entails participating in important projects and enjoying continual growth and learning opportunities within a championing environment. With revenues exceeding $40 billion and the industry's largest investment in R&D, we provide our employees with the resources and opportunities to improve the health, cleanliness, and safety of our world. We empower employees to adopt our 4i values (involvement, integrity, intensity and innovation) to achieve our mission.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender, disability, or other factors. Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.

As a Manufacturing, Research & Development (M&D) Organic Chemist with Thermo Fisher Scientific, your role involves hands-on involvement in synthetic chemistry activities in the M&D labs, carrying out organic synthesis processes across various scales. This position necessitates a strong grasp of chemical compounds and the capability to securely carry out production procedures within specified time and quality benchmarks for our clients and partners. You will be involved in laboratory environments, working closely with diverse operational teams to reach project objectives and guarantee the secure and effective implementation of chemical procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Departmental matrix

• Support the M&D value stream leader in delivering departmental critical metrics: safety, quality, delivery, cost, and process improvements.
• Support the team leader in maintaining departmental SOPs/WIs/SWS/SPL and the training matrix. When required participate in internal and external audits.

Safety and Compliance:

• Follow Protocols: Make sure all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Ensure the team conducts EHS GEMBAs and adopt tour safety culture find it, fix it and report it in our EHS reporting system Interlex in a timely manner.
• Regulatory Alignment: Guarantee all processes align with pertinent regulatory demands, encompassing environmental and health and safety standards like ISO 14001 & 9001.
• Perform risk assessments for chemical operations and implement measures to mitigate risks.
• Complete or attend all the required safety and quality training.

Research and Development:

• Conduct Experiments: Plan, design and complete experiments to synthesise and analyze organic compounds.
• Develop Processes: Develop and optimize chemical processes for the production of new compounds or modify current process es to make it safe or efficient
• Literature Review: Stay updated with the latest advancements in organic chemistry through literature review and apply this knowledge to ongoing projects.

Synthesis and Analysis:

• Synthesize Compounds: Perform organic synthesis at various scales, from gram to kilogram, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Characterization: Use analytical techniques such as NMR, IR, MS, HPLC, and GC to characterize synthesized compounds and confirm their structure and purity.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and solve problems in chemical procedures and tests.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain Records: Keep detailed records of experimental procedures, results, and observations in laboratory bench-books, amend or modify standard process work sheet if needed or follow clear instructions in the BMIR process.
• Report Writing: Prepare technical reports, research papers, and presentations to communicate findings to collaborators and team members.
• Data Analysis: Analyze experimental data and present findings in a clear and concise manner.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including product development, quality control, and manufacturing.
• Customer Interaction: Liaise with customers to understand their requirements and provide technical support.
• Training: Train and mentor junior chemists and technicians.

Continuous Improvement:

• Consistently explore methods to optimize chemical procedures for heightened efficiency and cost-efficiency.
• Innovation: Propose innovative solutions and methodologies to advance the field of organic chemistry within the organization.
• Professional Development: Participate in professional development activities, including attending conferences and workshops.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor's degree (BSc or MChem) in Chemistry, or an NVQ Level 5 qualification, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific field
• Experience: Prior involvement in a chemical manufacturing setting, familiarity with large-scale (20L) synthesis of organic compounds and reaction approaches.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in laboratory techniques and analytical instruments used in organic synthesis and characterization.
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with JD Edwards or any ERP system and other laboratory management software.
• Proficiency in Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact effectively with a small manufacturing team and cross-functional operations teams.
• Skill in resolving problems: Ability to address and overcome challenges within chemical processes and experiments.
• Documentation: Experience in scientific writing and maintaining accurate laboratory records.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Safety Expertise: Familiarity with safety and excellence documentation procedures.
• Presentation: Capable of presenting information to small groups and responding to technical questions.
• Continuous Improvement: Knowledge of continuous process improvement methodologies, including PPI and 5S.