Job Details

TLC Pharmaceutical Standards Ltd. specializes in the custom synthesis of complex organic compounds for use as reference standards by the bio-medical and pharmaceutical industries around the world. We are dedicated to meeting the needs of our customers and the overall community by providing the highest quality reference standards that are accompanied by an extensive and complete certificate of analysis (COA).

TLC offers over 20,000 certified reference standards from stock and we add approximately 2000 new standards yearly. Our product line includes Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), drug impurities, amino acid/peptide drug standards, metabolite standards, as well as their stable isotope labelled analogues.

For additional information please visit: www.tlcstandards.com

What we offer:
• A clean and safe working environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
• A supportive and dedicated team.
• A competitive salary and benefits plan.
• Annual Bonuses.

TLC Pharmaceutical Standards Ltd. is seeking a Senior Chemistry Research Scientist to support the synthesis, purification, and characterization of complex organic compounds used as certified reference standards. The successful candidate will work and supervise chemists to execute multi-step organic synthesis and contribute to ongoing research projects.

Key Responsibilities
• Must work in-person in our office located at 130 Pony Dr, Newmarket, Ontario
• Understands the physical and chemical properties of different reactions, raw materials, intermediates, and reagents, with the ability to select appropriate reaction conditions by referring to literature.
• High proficiency with thin layer chromatography, column chromatography, recrystallization, and other purification methods.
• Strong knowledge of organic chemical reactions, mechanisms.
• Ability to perform NMR and Mass spectrum analysis will be a strong asset.
• Work on a number of different projects of varying lengths and complexity.
• Keeps a complete and accurate record of all observations, measurements, techniques, procedures, and conclusions in the laboratory notebook.
• Good communication and learning skills.
• Strong teamwork ability with a sense of responsibility.
• Self-motivated and works with minimal supervision.
• Able to successfully pass a background check.

Job Description

Education & Experience
• PhD degree in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or related field
• 1 or 2 years Postdoctoral research experience or industrial working experience in organic synthesis
• Having a strong publication in peer reviewed journals is a must

Qualifications
• Strong knowledge of organic reaction mechanisms and synthetic techniques
• Proficiency in purification methods (chromatography, recrystallization, etc.)
• Basic experience with NMR and mass spectrometry analysis
• Ability to follow literature and execute established procedures
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Please submit a short summary of your previous research work if you have any.

TLC Pharmaceutical Standards is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you are contacted to participate in an interview, please advise us if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

This position is open to applicants legally authorized to work in Canada.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Language of Work: English
Working Hour: 9:00 am – 5:00pm (40 hour / week)
Pay: Starting from CA$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

How to Apply: Please apply online or send your resume to: hr@tlcstandards.com