Senior Synthetic Chemist

About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

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We are seeking a motivated synthetic organic chemist to support our current and future research activities. This chemist will be an integral part of the drug discovery team in CFD research corporation and contribute to our success by the synthesis, purification and identification of intermediates and target compounds.

• Integrate a deep understanding of organic reaction mechanisms and retrosynthetic analysis to design and deliver synthetic routes for novel molecules
• Synthesize compounds efficiently using diverse sources from either literature reports, in-house notebook procedures, or self-developed methods
• Proficiency in the purification techniques including but not limited to extraction, recrystallization, distillation, chromatography (both TCL and column), filtration and sublimation
• Analyze, identify and characterize compounds through a variety of chemical analysis techniques that include NMR (1D and 2D), MS, IR, UV-vis, polarimetry etc.
• Exhibit safety awareness and conduct laboratory operations in a safe manner

• Master’s degree or PhD degree with major in organic chemistry
• Minimum 3 years of experience in synthetic organic chemistry post-graduation
• Self-motivated and able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance

• Drug discovery experience
• Medicinal chemistry experience
• Formulation experience

This role is based in the Huntsville, AL area, and is 100% onsite.

CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level.

Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance. CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories