Snr. R&d Chemist

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**:

- MSc(synthetic chemistry) or an Equivalent Qualification as per the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)
- Proven ability to lead synthetic chemistry projects.
- Proven ability to generate technical documents and research reports.
- Understanding of OHSE regulations and applied knowledge of cGMP within a production environment will be an advantage

**BASIC JOB BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS (DEPENDANT ON TEAM)**:

- To lead a team of research chemists and/or technicians in the R&D laboratory.
- To plan and lead a team to carry out small scale and scale-up experiments to assist with the development of synthetic processes and technology transfer to production.
- To develop efficient and environmentally acceptable scaled-up synthetic processes for the manufacturing of new products.
- To provide chemical support to existing and new processes in Production.
- To assist in compilation and review of manufacturing protocols and research reports.
- To transfer manufacturing technology to pilot and/or production facility.
- Comply with GMP requirements as outlined by Company SOP’s and written instructions in all tasks and activities.
- Adhere to all Company OHSE rules and regulations.

**PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES**:

- Proven team player.
- Must be organised, hands on, disciplined and honest.
- Must be able to lead a team.
- Must be able to work and perform under pressure.
- Proven ability to learn and develop new skills.
- Systems-orientated working ability.
- Excellent organisational skills with analytical technical competence in the API testing arena.
- Punctual delivery of accurate results.
- Ability to work independently and on own initiative with a high level of self-motivation.
- Ability to lead a team of chemists and/or technicians.
- Ability to effectively observe and evaluate processes and procedures.
- Ability to co-ordinate activities across functional areas.
- Ability to prioritise and multitask.
- Excellent problem solving i.e., root cause analysis skills.
- Attention to detail.