Chemical Synthesis Scientist

Location: Desio

Job Description
We are looking for a Synthesis laboratory Scientist within the R&D department.
You will be able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team, therefore good interpersonal skills are essential, as it is the ability to be organized, react promptly and meet deadlines when under pressure.
This is a rare opportunity to gain a role in an ambitious, growing leading edge company with a global reputation where the atmosphere is professional and friendly, further qualifications and training are actively encouraged in a highly innovative team environment.
Responsibilities
As a Scientist in our Synthesis Team, your main Duties and Responsibilities will be :
Developing and proposing new process methods for the achievement of synthetic / semi synthetic active principles and impurities or preformulates in nutraceutical or pharmaceutical field.
Developing and proposing verification or improvement of purification methods of synthetic, semi synthetic or biosynthetic products, including preparative chromatographic methods
Collaborating in defining the specifications of existing or new active ingredients intended for the nutritional or pharmaceutical industry
Designing, performing and executing laboratory and Kilolab scale activities aimed at process development and troubleshooting
Support for scale-up at plant scale of processes developed in the laboratory
Perform in process analysis according to the most common analytical techniques / instruments (HPLC, IR, UV, DSC)
Search and review of scientific and patent literature

Activities of collecting, reviewing and managing analytical data related to the search, drafting of research reports and scientific presentation.

Managing equipment logbooks, maintenance of the laboratory equipment
Qualifications

Master degree in medicinal chemistry (CTF) or chemistry
5+ years of experience in a company in research laboratories dealing with synthetic, semi synthetic, biosynthetic processes in the chemical / pharmaceutical, nutraceutical or biotech industry.
Competencies and practical experience of the main analytical techniques / instruments (HPLC, GC, KF, IR, UV, LC-MS, NMR...)
Competencies of purification techniques (Solid / liquid and liquid / liquid separation, preparative chromatography, flash chromatography, crystallization, distillation, lyophilization, etc..)
Experience in scientific literature search and review

Additional Information

The job is based in Desio (MB) - Italy
Permanent Contract, Full-time

Why Join Us?

Be part of a growing industry with innovative, high-demand ingredients.
Work in a dynamic international environment with career growth opportunities.
Competitive salary, benefits, smart working and the chance to lead market expansion in a key region.

At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.
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