Synthesis Lead I – Synthesis Research Chemistry (m/f/d)
Core
Lead a synthesis group to develop small-molecule targets for crop protection, driving synthesis strategies and improving efficiency.
Role type
Senior IC synthesis lead (organic chemistry)
Builds
Small-molecule targets for crop protection
Domain
Agriculture / Crop Protection / Organic Chemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Complex synthetic problem solving, synthesis strategy development, team leadership, laboratory safety compliance, data documentation, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Creative approaches to technical challenges, innovation in working methods, proactive project execution
Technologies
Organic synthesis techniques, laboratory safety protocols
Responsibilities
Deliver small-molecule targets by team members and self, lead and support team member growth, ensure high standard of laboratory safety and HSE compliance, maintain high documentation standards for synthesis data, foster collaboration across teams, collaborate across research sites to address productivity barriers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities