Synthetic Organic Chemist
Namocell
By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.
Reports To: Chemistry Manager
Location: Bristol, UK
Hours of Work: Permanent Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Position Summary
Bio-Techne is a world-leading developer and manufacturer of high-quality biological reagents and we are seeking an experienced Synthetic Organic Chemist to join our chemistry team in Bristol. We are looking for a vibrant and dynamic person to join our highly skilled and experienced team of chemists working on product development for Tocris (a Bio-Techne Brand), including complex syntheses of biologically active small molecules (chemical probes and tools) and novel custom synthesis work for both internal research initiatives and external clients.
Key & Responsibilities
Achieve targets of product quantity and quality within an agreed timescale and budget
Generate, collate, and analyse data on synthesis steps and final products using our extensive in-house facilities
Generate high quality project reports for internal and external customers and detail work in electronic laboratory notebooks and other documentation
Communicate effectively with key stakeholders on workload, prioritisation, and progress
Work in a safe, tidy, and responsible manner, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
Education & Experience
PhD degree in organic chemistry (or closely related discipline)
Related industrial experience preferable
Detailed knowledge of organic chemistry
Knowledge of, and adherence to, required quality and safety standards
High level of personal and independent productivity
Decision making and problem-solving skills
Practical ability and analytical data interpretation skills
Personal Qualities and attributes
Highly collaborative with effective team-working skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
Excellent ‘can do’ attitude, including a willingness to contribute to tasks that benefit the wider team
Ability to build strong relationships cross functionally
Why Join Bio-Techne:
We offer competitive wages along with extensive benefits for employees and their families.
We invest in our employees’ financial futures through retirement programs and an employee stock purchase plan.
We help our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, internship programs, and more.
We offer an international and diverse working environment, enriched by employee resource groups; volunteer and charity events; and employee events that build a culture of caring and belonging.
We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.
Bio-Techne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.