Work as Research Associate/research Chemist @ GVK Bio
Job Description
This position is responsible for executing chemical reactions to synthesize required quantities of molecules/ compounds as per client specifications using efficient route and techniques.
Responsibilities
Set-up and execute reactions for synthesis of target molecules/ compounds:
o Understand the project requirements as specified by the client, the synthetic route and reaction parameters from supervisor/ manager
o Understand and discuss the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) with supervisor/ team members
o Identify and mitigate any potential safety risk with the help of supervisor
o 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
o Ensure parallel execution of multiple reactions
o Monitor the reaction by observing progress by using analytical techniques
o Identify and execute appropriate workup and purification technique to produce an intermediary/ final compound of desired quality
o Analyze analytical data, evaluate and interpret results from the synthesis and report
o Meet productivity benchmarks on nuamber of reactions/ number of steps/ number of compounds/ quantity/ compound purity/ project timelines
Ensure safety at work through enforcement of good laboratory practices:
o Follow safety and quality systems in the labs
o Maintenance and usage of equipment/apparatus/instruments as per SOPs and general housekeeping norms
Maintain records, data integrity and IP confidentiality:
o Document reactions executed, research findings/ observations accurately in lab note books as per client requirements to ensure data integrity
o Maintain strict IP Confidentiality and adhere to all related policies
o To prepare final reports as required
Ensure skill development of self:
o Improve knowledge of organic chemistry (particularly synthesis)/ Analytical techniques etc. through one on one discussions with supervisor/ regular classroom trainings/ project trainings/ further education programs etc.
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