Organic Synthesis Technician

Akron, OH

Posted: 07/30/2024 Industry: Laboratory - Industrial Chemicals Job Number: 218.24TM Remote Friendly: On-Site Experience:

Job Description

Organic Synthesis Technician

Established manufacturer is seeking an experienced synthetic organic technician to join their team!  Work is highly visible in the organization.  Management is focused on helping individuals succeed.

Duties:

The technician will work under the direction of a senior chemist and have responsibilities including:

  • Synthesis of new molecules at the laboratory scale with skills including:
    • Determination of preferred synthetic routes
    • Development of synthetic methodologies
    • Lab scale synthetic techniques
    • Standard organic purification techniques including chromatography, distillation, and crystallization
    • Analysis of reaction products and purity using typical analytical techniques
    • Capturing information in a laboratory notebook
  • Conducting scale-up evaluations
  • Assembling glass and steel reactors
  • Participating in R&D projects making a variety of products
  • Reviewing and writing experimental methods and technical reports
  • Participating on technical teams focused on corporate growth programs
  • Developing hands-on and in-depth technical expertise
  • Documenting experimental work and writing technical and invention reports
  • Working safely and promoting a safe work environment
  • Evaluating / developing new technologies and leading efforts to implement them

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Tory Mack at tmack@cps4jobs.com.

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Job Requirements

Technical Qualifications:

  • Minimum 4-year Degree in Scientific Field
  • 5 years of experience in Organic Synthesis or Process Development
  • Completion of the following mandatory chemistry // scientific courses:
    • General Chemistry I & Lab
    • General Chemistry II & Lab
    • Organic Chemistry I & Lab
    • Organic Chemistry II & Lab
    • Quantitative Analysis
  • Formal training in general and organic laboratory procedures
  • Experience with typical analytical equipment, including HPLC, GC and NMR
  • Problem solving, math and science skills and familiarity with statistical methodology
  • Initiative and the ability to work in a team setting. Clear and effective written and oral communication is essential
  • General computer experience with relevant Microsoft software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Prior organic synthesis and process development experience is preferred
  • Ability to work in a team environment is necessary
  • Experience installing and operating laboratory scale pressure rated equipment is a plus
  • Should have clear and effective writing and oral communication skills

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Tory Mack at tmack@cps4jobs.com.

JO:  218.24TM
#LI-TM1

Meet Your Recruiter

Tory Mack
Technical Recruiter

What I Do:

I am proud to be part of the CPS flagship division, Industrial Laboratory. Our company started in order to serve the industrial chemicals industry, one of the backbones of the U.S. economy, by bringing together talented technical specialists with the companies that need them. I recruit and place people in the following positions:

  • Formulation/Product Development
  • Organic and Polymer Synthesis
  • Application Chemistry
  • Technical Service
  • Process Chemistry
  • Analytical/Method Development
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Quality Assurance/Quality Control
  • Group Leader/R&D Manager

My Recruiting Philosophy:

When working with you as a candidate I have 3 goals:

Listen and ask questions to find out what the right opportunities look like for you

Connect you with active openings and interested companies based on your criteria

Educate you throughout the interview process to help you become a standout candidate for each individual opportunity

About Me:

I grew up in Southern Indiana and moved to the greater Chicago area 10 years ago. My education is in opera and music, so I enjoy anything and everything related to the arts! I love helping people through recruiting – I believe the right career move is one of the most important decisions a person can make and it is a privilege to be a part of that process.

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