TECHNICIAN - Pharmaceutical Synthesis & Pilot Plant Technician at Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas

Job Description:

Who We Are:


Southwest Research Institute is a Texas-based non-profit focused on providing unrivaled organic chemistry expertise that spans pharmaceutical development, chemical methodology, fine chemical manufacturing technologies and AI/ML in silico modeling.


Objectives of this Role:

• Participate as part of a team whose function is to develop synthetic routes to drug candidates, synthesize new analogues and scale them up to manufacture active pharmaceutical ingredients.


• Assist in the development of new chemical methodologies.


• Assist in scale-up efforts in pilot plant for cGMP and non-cGMP small molecule synthesis.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Execute chemical reactions and isolate and characterize the products.


• Be willing to learn new analytical and chemical techniques and apply them in the laboratory independently or as part of a team.


• Follow precise instructions on experiments and consult supervisor as needed.


• Maintain a clean workspace and glassware, maintain/exercise safe practices, always use appropriate personal protective equipment.


• Support department staff in maintaining lab reagents and supplies.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.


• 2 years: Experience working in an organic chemistry laboratory and be familiar using chemical glassware.


• 2 years: Familiarity with one or more of the following analytical techniques: NMR, TLC, HPLC, IR, LC/MS.


• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:




Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas


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