Lead Scientist I
Core
Lead the design and execution of advanced chemical reactions and workflows to enable high-quality data generation for predictive modelling and closed-loop experimentation.
Role type
Lead Scientist I (Chemistry & Automation)
Builds
Scalable experimental strategies and model-ready datasets for predictive modelling and optimization
Domain
Life Sciences / Chemical Engineering / Data-Driven R&D
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Synthetic chemistry, Process chemistry, Biocatalysis, Reaction design, DoE (Design of Experiments), Data-driven experimentation, Experimental documentation, Interdisciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
Automated/high-throughput experimentation platforms, Digital lab systems (ELN/LIMS), Machine learning/AI workflows, Industrial experience in pharma/fine chemicals
Technologies
ELN, LIMS, Cloud data systems, Robotic automation platforms
Responsibilities
Design and execute complex chemical reaction workflows, Lead reaction optimization (kinetics, selectivity, yield), Collaborate with automation engineers to translate workflows into automated protocols, Work with Data Scientists to enable predictive modelling, Mentor junior scientists and drive knowledge sharing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship
