Synthetic Organic Chemist

About the role

As a Synthetic Organic Chemist, you will work in cross-functional project teams at our client company. You will be engaged in both commercial projects and grant-funded research projects, with highly varied clients—ranging from large multinational companies and research groups to smaller actors. A significant part of the role involves laboratory work. Welcome to a fast-paced and varied role with substantial responsibility!

Please note that a background check will be performed on the final candidate.

You are offered

• A developmental role in an organization where you get the opportunity to contribute to tomorrow's solutions in pharmaceuticals.
• A long-term consulting assignment through us at Academic Work.

Work tasks

In close collaboration with your colleagues, you will work in cross-functional projects of varying size, with the purpose of developing tomorrow's solutions in chemical processes and pharmaceuticals. A major focus in the projects will be on developing new products from renewable raw materials and reducing environmental impact through process efficiency. A significant part of the role is laboratory-based.

• Initiate and define projects in close consultation with clients and commissioners
• Conduct hands-on laboratory work to develop new products
• Ensure that the project plan is maintained and that deliveries are made on time
• Collaborate, problem-solve, and develop processes in close cooperation with clients and commissioners
• Take significant responsibility for driving projects towards set goals
• Write research applications for new projects

We are looking for

• You who hold at least a Master of Science/Master’s degree in Organic Synthetic Chemistry. A Phd within the field is considered meritorious
• Have very good knowledge in the field of Organic Synthetic Chemistry and have experience with various sub-areas, such as peptide synthesis, oligo chemistry and conjugation chemistry
• Have good experience with laboratory work, preferably at a large scale
• Communicate fluently in English at a professional level, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of Swedish is meritorious

It is very meritorious if you have

• A few years of work experience within the relevant field of the position
• Experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Knowledge of GMP
• Knowledge/expertise in one or more of the following areas: bulk chemistry, fine chemistry, electrochemistry, physical and analytical organic chemistry, and/or calorimetry.
• Understanding of large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing

To succeed in the role, your personal skills are:

• Responsible and take ownership for your work tasks and projects
• Goal oriented
• Social and energetic, collaborates well with others
• Intellectually curious
• Change oriented

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.