Reaction Chemist - Immediate Start!
hace 2 días
Fort Lauderdale
Job Description Elite Group Staffing and Headhunting Firm is hiring a Reaction Chemist for a confidential client in the hemp processing industry located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This is a full-time, onsite role ideal for candidates with hands-on experience in HPLC and GC instrumentation and a passion for quality control and regulatory compliance. Type: Temp-to-hire Schedule: Monday-Friday 1 shift Key Responsibilities ● Reaction Execution & Development ● Perform organic synthesis reactions related to cannabinoids, intermediates, and derivatives ● Independently set up, monitor, quench, and work up chemical reactions ● Optimize reaction conditions (solvents, catalysts, temperature, stoichiometry, time) to improve yield, purity, and reproducibility ● Scale reactions from gram-scale to kilogram-scale when required ● Troubleshooting & Problem Solving ● Diagnose failed or underperforming reactions and identify root causes ● Develop and test alternative reaction pathways or conditions ● Troubleshoot issues related to impurities, side reactions, low conversion, or poor selectivity ● Apply mechanistic understanding to resolve reaction inefficiencies ● Analytical & Documentation ● Analyze reaction progress and products using techniques such as HPLC, GC, NMR, TLC, and LC-MS ● Maintain accurate and detailed lab notebooks and batch records ● Prepare technical reports and summaries of experimental findings ● Safety, Compliance & Collaboration ● Follow all laboratory safety, chemical handling, and waste disposal protocols ● Work in compliance with GMP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements (where applicable) ● Collaborate with R&D, analytical, and production teams to support process transfer and scale-up ● Assist in training junior chemists or technicians as needed Required Qualifications ● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related field ● 3+ years of hands-on experience running organic reactions (industrial or R&D lab preferred) ● Strong experience in troubleshooting and optimizing chemical reactions ● Practical experience with air- and moisture-sensitive chemistry preferred ● Familiarity with cannabinoid chemistry is strongly preferred Technical Skills ● Organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms ● Reaction optimization and scale-up ● Chromatography and analytical interpretation ● Process development and documentation ● Safe handling of controlled or regulated compounds Soft Skills ● Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills ● Ability to work independently with minimal supervision ● Attention to detail and strong organizational skills ● Effective written and verbal communication ● Preferred Qualifications ● Experience in cannabinoid, pharmaceutical, or fine chemical manufacturing ● GMP or regulated manufacturing experience ● Scale-up or pilot plant experience Important: • Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States., • Must be locally available. Our Approach At Elite Group, we take a holistic approach to staffing and headhunting services, focusing not only on temporary, contract and direct placement, but also on employee engagement and development. We believe that a happy and engaged workforce is key to business success. Our Expertise Our team of HR professionals and recruiters have a diverse range of experience across various industries and sectors, allowing us to offer tailored solutions that meet the needs of any business. We specialize in areas such as Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Banking and Financial Services, Construction, Human Resources, Real Estate, Supply Chain, and Logistics. With the goal of providing our clients with the best in class personnel.Our Vision\r\nOur vision is to become the leading provider of qualified personnel in the industry, by delivering exceptional value to our clients through innovative recruiting solutions and outstanding customer service.\r\n\r\nOur Approach\r\nAt Elite Group, we take a holistic approach to staffing and headhunting services, focusing not only on temporary, contract and direct placement, but also on employee engagement and development. We believe that a happy and engaged workforce is key to business success.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nOur team of HR professionals and recruiters have a diverse range of experience across various industries and sectors, allowing us to offer tailored solutions that meet the needs of any business. We specialize in areas such as Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Banking and Financial Services, Construction, Human Resources, Real Estate, Supply Chain, and Logistics. With the goal of providing our clients with the best in class personnel.