LGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UK's designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading global manufacturer and service provider of quality assurance and research tools, supporting analytical needs in more than 120 countries worldwide. We use our expertise to produce to the highest standards, including ranges produced under ISO/IEC 17025 and accredited to ISO 17034. Our wide range of reference materials and proficiency testing schemes is complemented by our experience in outsourcing and customs, enabling us to adapt quickly to provide tailored solutions that meet our customers' analytical needs. We innovate and apply science in order to ensure the safety and integrity of products and services, in line with our vision of science for a safer world.

Job Purpose

To provide, complete, and be responsible for carrying out synthetic projects in the lab and contribute to a safe working environment. Keep an accurate record of all work with an eye to reproducibility and recording of costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and organize equipment and reactions so they operate in a safe manner
• Plan, develop and troubleshoot complex multi-step syntheses
• Expert knowledge in carrying out a wide variety of organic laboratory techniques including, but not limited to, water and oxygen sensitive chemistry, microscale manipulations, modern organometallic synthetic methods
• Experience in the extraction of natural products and/or photochemistry would be an asset
• The ability to characterize products of complex structure by independent interpretation of spectral data
• Perform process development and research
• Develop methods for separating complex mixtures and using fundamental techniques and advanced purification techniques such as ion-exchange chromatography, reverse-phase chromatography, and automated purification methods
• Ability to work on several different projects of varying lengths and complexity

Essential Competencies and Behaviors

• Resonates and operates in line with LGC's core value behaviors

Education Requirements

• PhD or equivalent experience in synthetic organic chemistry
• Have a competent knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry, reagents and common laboratory techniques

Competencies Required

• Work effectively with strategic and technical guidance. High attention to detail
• Self-starter: task oriented with ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Flexible and adaptable to changing deadlines and modifications to workflow and expectations
• High-level knowledge of organic reactions and their mechanisms
• Strong ability to search chemical literature with SciFinder and other resources
• Current valid Canadian work permit is mandatory

Role Dimensions

• Work closely with Lab Supervisor and other members of the chemistry production team to resolve technical with Projects
• Work with Finished Goods & Logistics team and Receiving regarding materials.
• Work with Analytical team regarding product testing
• Work with Maintenance & Facilities Department regarding equipment issues
• Work with Human Resources Department regarding personnel issues and HR policies
• Work with Environmental Health & Safety Department regarding environmental, health and safety issues and policies

Direct Reports

• none

Physical & Working Conditions/Hybrid Work

• Working in a Laboratory in a chemical manufacturing facility

Essential competencies and behaviors: Resonates and operates in line with LGC's core value behaviors: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect

ABOUT LGC:

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers' products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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