Organic Synthesis Chemist

synergy•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Synergy is seeking an experienced Organic Synthetic Chemist to join our research and development team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in designing and executing synthetic routes for complex organic molecules, supporting pharmaceutical and biotech projects. This role will involve collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop, optimize, and scale-up synthetic methods while ensuring high-quality and reproducible results in compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field, with a focus on organic synthesis.
Minimum 10 years of experience in synthetic organic chemistry, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotech settings.
Strong knowledge of synthetic methodologies, reaction mechanisms, and analytical techniques.
Experience with GMP environment and documentation is preferred.
10+ years of hands-on experience in organic synthesis within pharmaceutical or biotech industries.
Familiarity with analytical characterization methods such as HPLC, GC, ICP, and LCMS.
Strong problem-solving skills and innovative thinking in synthetic design.
Excellent documentation and laboratory practices.
Effective communication and teamwork capabilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in GMP compliant laboratories is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design and perform multi-step organic syntheses to produce target molecules for drug development.
Develop and optimize synthetic routes to improve yield, purity, and scalability.
Characterize chemical compounds using appropriate analytical techniques (NMR, HPLC, MS, etc.).
Document experimental procedures, data, and results accurately in lab notebooks and reports.
Collaborate with medicinal chemists, process chemists, and analytical scientists to support project goals.
Ensure compliance with safety, GMP, and regulatory requirements in all laboratory activities.
Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and propose innovative solutions.