Research Scientist, Synthetic Technologies

Your Responsibilities Will Include Independently, effectively, and safely conduct task-oriented synthesis and purification from milligram to multi-gram scale. Anticipate potential synthetic pitfalls and proactively develop alternative routes/conditions. Explore and deploy innovative, cutting-edge synthetic methods to construct pharmaceutically relevant building blocks and drug substances. Interact globally with internal and external chemistry teams to ensure seamless collaboration. Perform structural and stereochemical elucidation. Adhere to laboratory safety policies and practices. What You’ll Bring To The Role (Qualifications) BS or MS in synthetic organic chemistry with 2–5 years of postgraduate experience (not a PhD-level position). Strong working knowledge and practical experience in synthetic organic methodology, multi-step preparation of drug substances, and synthetic problem-solving. Excellent observational, organizational, data management, and documentation skills. Enthusiasm for development of green and sustainable synthesis methods (preferred). Outstanding communication skills to proactively collaborate with medicinal chemistry teams. Compensation And Benefits Salary range: $81,200–$150,800 per year (final based on skills/experience; reviewed periodically). Performance-based cash incentive; potential eligibility for annual equity awards. Comprehensive US benefits package (health/life/disability, 401(k) with match) and generous time off (vacation, personal days, holidays, and other leaves). #J-18808-Ljbffr Novartis