SENIOR ORGANIC CHEMIST (f/m/d) - Extraction, Purification and Modification of Lipids

NovoArc GmbH is a deep-tech spin-off company of TU Wien offering a unique technology which allows the replacement of syringes by pills. Our continuously growing team is the key to our success and to our technological advances. We offer interesting challenges in an innovative and ambitious environment with flat hierarchies and an excellent working atmosphere within a highly motivated team.

Tasks

• Plan and conduct extraction, purification and modification of lipids from microbial biomass for pharmaceutical and other industrial applications.
• Provide technical and scientific leadership to optimize the production process, develop new products and drive innovation with the goal to generate IP, while keeping up to date with the current progress in literature.
• Oversee daily work in the lab, including the generation of SOPs, optimization of existing protocols and providing guidance to co-workers.

Requirements

• Post-graduate in Organic Chemistry/Lipid Chemistry
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant laboratory experience (can be both academic or industrial)
• Broad knowledge of organic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, purification methods and analytics
• Experience in the field of lipid chemistry, lipid purification and lipid synthesis is beneficial
• High motivation combined with high social skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English (min. C1); German skills are beneficial
• Innovative mentality, with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to lead a Team

Benefits

• Excellent working atmosphere in a highly motivated team
• Research-driven development in a future-oriented area
• Flexible working hours
• Low hierarchies with fast decision processes
• Versatile daily tasks
• Possibility for further career development in the company

We are looking forward to your application. The search will be kept open until we find the right candidate.

NovoArc GmbH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law.