Scientist-I API Synthesis Job – at USP, Apply Now!
Are you passionate about synthetic chemistry and pharmaceutical research? USP is looking for a Scientist-I/Technical Associate to contribute to the synthesis and development of USP Reference Standard candidate materials and API impurities. This role involves designing cost-effective synthetic routes, conducting literature research, and ensuring quality control in a dynamic laboratory environment. If you’re ready to make a global impact on public health and pharmaceutical standards, apply today for Scientist-I API Synthesis Job!
Brief Job Overview: This role involves the synthesis and delivery of USP Reference Standard candidate materials and API impurities, emphasizing the design and development of cost-effective synthetic routes. The successful candidate will be responsible for tasks such as literature search, synthesis planning and execution, project reporting, and adherence to quality management systems and lab safety practices.
Responsibilities For Scientist-I API Synthesis Job
- Carry out literature search related to assigned projects using various scientific data base.
- Design synthetic routes for the target molecules and prepare project proposals with tentative cost estimates
- Procure key raw materials and reagents required for the project
- Perform the reactions in small as well as large scale in the lab for the synthesis of target compounds
- Purification of compounds through various techniques such as crystallization, column chromatography, and advanced flash purification systems.
- Troubleshooting synthesis and purification issues preferred for Scientist-I Job
- Contributing effectively towards more challenging and complex projects through innovative methodologies
- Ensuring the availability of chemicals and equipment required for the projects and forward the purchase requisitions
- Interpretation of analytical data of synthesized compounds by IR, NMR, Mass Spectra, Elemental analysis etc.
- Produce quality materials as per customer requirement
- Packaging of synthesized compounds
- Plan, execute and complete the projects as per the timelines
- Document all experiments conducted as per QMS guidelines.
- Responsible to ensure the calibrations of the equipment as per the schedule
- Periodic check of the assigned equipment to ensure its working condition
- Work on any other assigned tasks/ lab management activities.
- Conversant with lab safety norms and strictly follow them.
- Communicate within the team and cross functional teams
- Learn and practice Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging culture
Qualifications for Scientist-I API Synthesis Job: M Sc in Organic Chemistry with relevant experience, strong background in synthetic organic chemistry, analytical skills, and communication abilities. Additional preferences include knowledge in organic reactions, GMP/GLP exposure, and problem-solving skills.
Benefits: USP provides comprehensive healthcare options, retirement savings, and company-paid time off to ensure personal and financial well-being.
Keywords: Technical Associate, Scientist I, Synthetics, US Pharmacopeia, Job Posting, Organic Chemistry, Synthetic Routes, Laboratory Work, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance, Communication Skills, GMP, GLP.
