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Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist - Radiochemistry

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Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist - Radiochemistry

Saint Neots, United Kingdom

Are you looking for a job role which provides an exciting opportunity for a skilled synthetic organic chemist to join our radiochemistry team in the synthesis and purification of carbon-14 isotopically labelled compounds?

Are you wanting to be a part of the world's leading drug development company?

The Metabolism team at Labcorp have been helping companies bring safe products to market for over 40 years. Our varied work supports the crop protection, chemical and pharmaceutical industries so if you want to be part of a dynamic and growing team then please apply today. Our mission is to improve health and improve lives!

Based at our site in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, we are looking for a Senior Radiochemist who will be responsible for the synthesis and purification of isotopically labelled compounds used in regulatory studies. Experienced in handling and preparation of carbon-14 radiolabelled starting materials and a broad range of compounds.

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Summary of Key Role

  • Acting as Study Director, performing multistep synthesis and purification of carbon-14 labelled compounds using organic synthesis techniques.
  • Ensuring that all studies are performed and reported as scheduled and to a high scientific quality.
  • Using resources, skills and effective planning to achieve customer expectations in quality and timing.
  • Preparing and issuing study plans and any amendments to those plans.
  • Effectively communicate study updates with internal and external customers
  • Supporting preparation and scientific review of enquiries, cost builds, proposals, study plans and reports.
  • Designing and planning synthetic routes to a range of chemical classes.

What we can offer you:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package including health cover and contributory pension
  • Ability to work with a variety of different, global clients on wide ranging projects
  • The opportunity to work with a variety of people, across multiple departments, building a site-wide network of peers in order to broaden your experience and impact on the business
  • A culture of CARE with access to wellbeing programs and various employee resource groups

Labcorp have helped pharmaceutical and biotech companies develop one-third of all prescription medicines in the market today so if you want to be part of a team that helps to bring the miracles of medicine to market sooner then please apply now.

Education:

  • PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry

Skills and Experience:

  • Proven track record of successfully performing multistep organic synthetic chemistry and a passion for working at the bench.
  • Experienced in Carbon-14 isotopic labelling
  • Use and interpretation of HPLC, MS and NMR data.
  • Excellent time management, strong organisation skills and effective communication skills
  • Able to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
  • Strong study management experience
  • Worked in CRO, GLP, SOPs and COSHH

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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Client-provided location(s): Huntingdon, UK
Job ID: labcorp-2522596_1261630690
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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