Cambridge Isotope Laboratories, Inc (CIL) is seeking a Senior Chemist I to join our production team based onsite in our Andover, MA location. As the leading company in a niche scientific market, CIL works with cutting edge researchers in clinical diagnostics, metabolic research, proteomics, environmental testing, protein discovery, drug development, metabolomics, and industrial research. CIL's growing customer base spans academia, pharmaceutical and industry, enabling collaborations with Nobel laureates, industry-leading scientists, and chemists. CIL partners with leading instrument manufacturers as well pioneering research groups that have expertise in product development and drive market growth. CIL is a subsidiary of the Otsuka Pharmaceutical Group and has had consistent growth for over 40 years.

Senior Chemists perform de novo synthesis, route development and final product characterization of a wide variety of complex isotopically labeled (13C, 15N, 18O and D isotopes) targets. They are responsible for producing finished product to established specifications following CIL's safety and general policies. Working with a high degree of independence, Senior Chemists are required to meet production requirements with respect to safety, yield, time, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Comply with CIL's general and safety policies.
• Synthesize complex, non-routine and/or routine target compounds generally containing 15N, 18O, D and/or 13C, in some instances using established SOPs.
• Design and develop new synthetic routes as necessary.
• Contribute to optimization of chemical routes to the targeted molecules and intermediates, and scalable, cost-effective processes.
• Analyze and interpret data obtained from nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), ultraviolet (UV), mass (MS), HPLC and infrared (IR) spectroscopy.
• Utilize purification techniques which include chromatography, distillation, recrystallization and sublimation.
• Keep an accurate and detailed laboratory notebook.
• Assist junior members of the department as necessary.
• Carry out duties with due consideration of safety and good housekeeping per CIL's safety manual.
• Perform any related work as necessary.

• Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or closely related field.
• One to three years of work experience in organic chemistry and/or synthesis; or practical training as a Research Assistant or Postdoctoral Researcher.
• This position also requires excellent laboratory technique, a broad knowledge of organic synthetic methods, strong analytical skills and a proficiency in chemical separation and identification of organic compounds.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Regularly performs bench chemistry which requires standing, bending, and stooping.
• In accordance with CIL safety requirements, regularly performs synthesis and related chemical processes in a hooded, controlled lab environment.
• Exposure to hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. daily, transport drums of chemicals using a drum dolly, some drums up to 55 gallons.

CIL offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off, Long Term Incentives, 6% matching 401K plan and health insurance with no in-network deductible.

CIL is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer.

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About us:

As the leading company in a rapidly expanding increasingly critical scientific market, CIL and our subsidiaries supply over 15,000 products to 30,000 research customers around the world and work with cutting edge researchers in clinical diagnostics, metabolic research, proteomics, environmental testing, protein discovery, nuclear medicine, drug development, metabolomics, semiconductor, OLED and industrial applications. CIL has had consistent growth and profitability for over 40 years. CIL's growing customer base spans academia, pharmaceutical and industry, enabling collaborations with Nobel laureates, industry-leading scientists, and chemists. CIL partners with leading instrument manufacturers as well as pioneering research groups that have expertise in product development to drive market growth.

Cambridge Isotope Laboratories, Inc., with headquarters in Tewksbury, MA, is the world's premier producer of stable isotope labeled compounds and a world leader in the field of stable isotope separations. CIL has over 675 employees with laboratories in the U.S., Canada, France and Germany. CIL is a subsidiary of the Otsuka Pharmaceutical Group.

For over 40 years, CIL has specialized in the development, production, and marketing of stable isotopes and chemical compounds labeled with stable isotopes. Join us for excellent career opportunities as we drive the expansion of market applications with innovative product development.

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