O2h Discovery walk-in interviews for various roles in Analytical & Chemistry Positions

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We are actively hiring for multiple positions across Chemistry and are seeking passionate candidates to be a part of our vision of hashtag#seedingideas in life science, tech, and green innovation. The ideal candidate should be highly organized and able to work independently in a fast-paced team environment in a transparent and entrepreneurial culture. We are conducting walk-in interview in Bangalore. Please refer to the creative for specific venue details, date, and timings.

Walk-in interview details

Date of interview: 26th May 2024 (Sunday)

Timings: 9.00 am to 12.00 pm

Venue: Sai Vishram Hotel, Hebbagodi, 144-C/1, Kirloskar Road, Opp. MTR, Bommasandra Industrial Area, Bengaluru, Bommasandra, Karnataka

Work Location: On-site, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Open Positions

Analytical Position

📌 Research Associate (HPLC/SFC/LCMS) and Senior Research Scientist (NMR)

Chemistry Positions

📌 Research and Senior Research Associate – Synthesis R&D
📌 Sr. Scientific Manager & Sr. Principal Scientist

Analytical Positions

Research Associate (HPLC/SFC/LCMS) and Senior Research Scientist (NMR)

NMR Scientist (8-10 years in CRO/API)

Qualifications: MSc, M Pharmacy, PhD (Organic, Analytical)

Job description

For Research Associate 

• 1-2 years of experience in handling HPLC/LC-MS/Prep HPLC/SFC/NMR.
• Sound knowledge and experience of LC-MS/HPLC Method Development for NCE Molecules in analytical scale.
• Expertise in different types of purification techniques.
• Hands on experience of instruments in operation of different make.
• sound knowledge of different column chemistry used in HPLC.
• Responsible for troubleshooting of instruments and their calibration.
• Ready to work within a team of motivated young scientists.
• Should be ready to work in different shifts (including night shift) to support the Analytical team in delivering the analytical data to the Chemistry team

For Senior Research Scientist (NMR)

• Have sound knowledge of various NMR analysis’ experiment set-ups and having experience of 8-10 years handling NMR.
• Understanding the project requirements from collaborators & key stakeholders.
• Responsible for smoother operation of NMR instruments, shift planning and execution to achieve benchmark productivity month on month basis.
• Responsible for planning, prioritizing and executing work responsibilities in order to meet deadlines.
• Proactively identifying bottlenecks & communicating viable solutions along with insights to collaborators.
• Should have expertise in handling characterization of organic compounds with advanced NMR techniques like NOESY, COSY, HSQC, HMBC etc. & Q-NMR methods for quantification of trace impurities in samples.
• Sound knowledge of characterization of NCE molecules with various techniques like LCMS, XRD, TGA, DSC etc.
• Responsible for NMR troubleshooting and calibration, coordinating with vendors/technicians.
• Responsible for making sure all the compliances related to NMR are being followed.
• Sound knowledge and experience of LC-MS/SFC/HPLC Method Development for NCE Molecules.
• Ready to work within a team & lead a team of motivated young scientists.
• Responsible for training, coaching and mentoring team.

Job requirements

• Having analytical experience working in the CRO/API industry.
• Have a passion for analysis, purification and characterization techniques as well as being open to continuous learning and education.
• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with people in other departments.
• Creative thinking to spot new techniques and growth opportunities.
• Be highly organized with the ability to work independently as well as keeping the team together in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team in a transparent and entrepreneurial culture
• Work collaboratively with others and be able to adapt to various work assignments.
• Self-motivated with initiative to reach challenging targets.
• Must possess a great deal of integrity to maintain confidentiality.
• Curiosity, energy, creativity, and bravery with a strong desire to help to build the o2h culture.
• Fluent oral and written (English) communication skills with an ability to describe and discuss scientific issues or case studies.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

Interested candidates can apply NMR Scientist position directly Apply online

Chemistry Position

Organic Chemist (2-10 years in CRO)
Qualifications: MSc, M Pharmacy, PhD (Organic Chemistry)

Peptide Chemist (2-4 years in CRO)
Qualifications: MSc, M Pharmacy, PhD (Organic Chemistry)

OLN (Oligonucleotide) Chemist (3-5 years in CRO)
Qualifications: MSc, M Pharmacy, PhD (Organic Chemistry)

Sr. Scientific Manager & Sr. Principal Scientist (10-12 years in CRO)
Qualifications: MSc, M Pharmacy, PhD (Organic Chemistry)

Research and Senior Research Associate – Synthesis R&D

Job description

• Responsible to perform routine organic synthesis. (mg to gram scale) & work independently under the guidance of the leader.
• Independently support the scientific team with instrumentation and equipment operation and maintenance.
• Able to understand & interpret various instruments like NMR, Mass, HPLC.
  Instrument purification like Combiflash, big columns, column packing. Deciding the mobile phase for purification.
• Independently handling all types of glassware assembly arrangement, reaction reagent charging, maintaining temperature, nitrogen, etc.
• Should be able to understand the written instruction from the scientist including patents and reprints where procedure highlighted by scientists.
• To train and support the team members.
• Meticulous Documentation & proper data management.
• To maintain the record book of the work done like purification or reaction.

Job requirements

• Minimum of 2 year to 4 years of experience working in CRO Industry.
• Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Friendly and professional demeanor.
• Ability to write reports and prepare spreadsheets and presentations.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to think proactively and prioritize work.
• Proactive, highly motivated with a “can-do” attitude.
• Strong and accurate attention to detail.

Interested candidates can apply Research and Senior Research Associate – Synthesis R&D position directly Apply Online

Sr. Scientific Manager and Sr. Principal Scientist

Job description

• Understanding the project requirements from collaborators & key stakeholders.
• Crafting project plans aligned with the identified requirements.
• Responsible for attaining the benchmark of productivity for the team/project(s).
• Collaborating with stakeholders to brainstorm, optimize, and finalize project plans.
• Briefing the team on the approved project plans, delivery milestones, and timelines.
• Leading on-the-ground project planning, execution, and delivery.
• Monitoring and guiding team performance to ensure adherence to milestones & timelines.
• Proactively identifying bottlenecks & communicating viable solutions along with insights.
• Receiving and promptly integrating suggestions provided by collaborators and stakeholders.
• Facilitating timely project delivery

Job requirements

• Extensive previous experience for leading project(s) and teams for synthetic chemistry program(s)
• Experience for collaboration management – building rapo with collaborator(s), priority management
• Expertise for chemistry related to synthesis of small molecule heterocycles, multi-step and complex molecules, focused libraries, chiral molecules, peptides and sugars
• Previous experience for drug design and SAR generation on relevant drug targets will be an added advantage
• Fluent verbal and written English communication skills with an ability to describe and discuss scientific issues or case studies
• Good interpersonal skills

Interested candidates can apply Sr. Scientific Manager and Sr. Principal Scientist position directly Apply Online