R&D Senior Scientist

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role:

As an integral part of our innovation team, the R&D Senior Scientist in Stable Isotope products contributes in developing new stable isotope chemistry technologies to enable commercialization of new high value products and services for new research areas and applications and will collaborate with our partners in product management, quality control, and production. This individual will ideate new product concepts, innovate solutions by utilizing the principles of process chemistry and chemical engineering, and create workable and sustainable production know-how with moderate independence. The R&D Senior Scientist is expected to set a high standard for quality, follow good housekeeping practices & business ethics, and comply with all safety regulations. Further responsibilities include:

• Stay connected with the latest development in process chemistry
• Develop hands-on expertise for process chemistry
• Contribute to development of technical solutions
• Validate technical prototypes
• Document all the innovation work
• Support product launch and post-launch follow ups
• Transfer workable solutions to designated production group
• Provide needed technical support to production
• Collaborate with different departments such as safety, quality, production to introduce new products & processes
• Serve as a technical liaison with the other R&D or technical groups
Follow guidance from the Principal Scientist

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Chemistry, or other life science discipline
• 3+ years of postdoctoral/industrial experience

OR

• Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other life science discipline
6+ years of industrial experience in organic chemistry and/or process chemistry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of NMR and MS analysis
• R&D experience in stable isotope chemistry and biosynthesis innovation field
• Significant experience with Schlenk-line, glove box, and air sensitive chemistry techniques
• Chemical manufacturing/process development experience
• Knowledge of design of experiment methodology

• Excellent written and presentation skills
• Highly knowledgeable with modern chemistry methodology - with a strong focus on synthetic organic chemistry, biosynthesis, and new reaction exploration
• Experience with the tech transfer process to scale-up teams

Experience handling high temperature and pressure equipment

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

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