Associate Scientist - Discovery Chemistry

Responsibilities

• Perform diverse organic syntheses, purifications, and characterizations of compounds.
• Isolate and identify desired product from complex mixtures.
• Prepare accurate and complete QC data packets prior to compound submission.
• Write SOPs and transfer standardized products to internal Chemistry Core team.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Report status of work to direct supervisor on a stepwise basis.
• Read scientific literature with accuracy and understanding.
• May hold specialized essential duties within the functions of the department.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Experience: 3+ years of relevant lab experience.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with chemistry related software.
• A fundamental understanding of chemistry and familiarity with analytical techniques for product purification and characterization.
• Ability to perform and interpret analytical data, including but not limited to: 1H and 13C NMR, mass spec, UV, and HPLC.
• Basic understanding of and compliance with laboratory safety.
• Availability to work on-site during normal business hours.
• Demonstrates Cayman’s Core Values – Integrity, Collaboration, People, Learning, and Excellence.

What We Provide

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time-off (4 weeks for vacations, sick and/or personal reasons)
• Over 10 paid holidays per year, including the week of 12/24 through 1/14
• (k) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Debt Payment Program
• Life and disability insurance plans
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care (FSA)
• Fun employee events all year long
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Casual dress
• Onsite Gym Facility