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Looking for a career in Organic Chemistry & Chemical Synthesis? Aragen, a leading Chemistry Solutions company in Hyderabad, is hiring an Associate Scientist – Synthesis. This role involves route designing, synthesis, and purification of molecules as per client specifications. If you have an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Organic/Medicinal Chemistry with research experience, this is your chance to work on cutting-edge projects in a dynamic environment.
About Aragen
Aragen is a leading contract research, development, and manufacturing organization (CRDMO) specializing in chemistry solutions, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical research. Headquartered in Hyderabad, India, Aragen provides innovative solutions in chemical synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and drug discovery for global clients in the life sciences industry. With a strong commitment to scientific excellence, collaboration, and cutting-edge research, Aragen empowers scientists and organizations to accelerate their drug discovery and development pipelines. By leveraging advanced technologies and a highly skilled team, Aragen continues to drive impactful innovations in organic chemistry, custom synthesis, and pharmaceutical solutions.
Associate Scientist – Synthesis Job Details
Job Posting: Associate Scientist – Synthesis
Location: Hyderabad, India
Department: Chemistry Solutions
Scope of Associate Scientist – Synthesis Job
This role is responsible for client projects by route designing
and synthesis of molecules as per client specifications, independently or through supervision of a team of chemists.Responsibilities of Associate Scientist – Synthesis Job
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Understand the project requirements and deliverables from manager as specified by the client
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Understand the reaction protocol and search literature as required
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Efficiently delegate work and monitor team members for effective planning, execution and delivery
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Understand and discuss the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) with team members
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Identify and mitigate any potential safety risk with the help of supervisor
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Plan and execute reactions with proper reagents and equipment (glassware, stirrers, vacuum pumps etc.) maintaining specified conditions (temperature, pressure etc.), with optimum usage and minimum wastage
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Ensure parallel execution of multiple reactions
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Monitor the reaction by observing progress by using analytical techniques
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Identify and execute appropriate workup and purification technique to produce an intermediary / final compound of desired quality
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Analyze analytical data, evaluate and interpret results from the synthesis and report
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Meet productivity benchmarks on the number of reactions/number of steps/number of compounds/quality/compound purity/project timelines.
Improve delivery efficiency and quality through project management
- Support project manager in finalizing the estimation of the project by identifying relevant literature, proposing appropriate synthetic route/ reaction design and by assessing project risks and challenges
- Prepare weekly / monthly/ final reports as required
Ensure safety at work through enforcement of good laboratory practices
- Follow safety and quality systems in the labs
- Maintenance and usage of equipment/apparatus/instruments as per SOPs and general housekeeping norms
Maintain records, data integrity, and IP confidentiality
- Document reactions executed research findings/ observations accurately in lab notebooks as per client requirements to ensure data integrity
- Maintain strict IP confidentiality and adhere to all related policies
- To prepare final reports as required
- Identify and report non-compliance of LNB guidelines update by junior team members
Ensure high morale and skill development of the team
- Improve knowledge of organic chemistry (particularly synthesis) / Analytical techniques, etc., through one-on-one discussions with supervisor/ regular classroom training/ project training/ further education programs, etc.
- Guiding a team of chemists to meet productivity/ quality targets.
- Train and develop team members, regularly review their performance
Functional/ Technical Skills for Associate Scientist – Synthesis Job
- Knowledge of Chemistry & Execution
- Knowledge of Safety Protocols
- Knowledge of IP & Confidentiality and Data Integrity
- Ability to conduct cost-benefit analysis and optimum usage of resources
Required Educational Qualification & Relevant experience for Associate Scientist – Synthesis Job
- Msc (Organic/ Medicinal Chemistry) with 1 – 5 years of relevant experience Or
- Ph.D. / PDF (Organic/ Medicinal Chemistry) with 1 – 3 years of relevant experience
Additional Requirements: Candidates with their research publications in leading journals would be preferred.
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