Job description
Join Catalyst Labs, Inc. as a Senior Chemist in Boston, MA, where innovative science meets practical, scalable solutions. We are seeking a driven chemist to lead synthetic projects, optimize reaction conditions for high-purity materials, and contribute to a growing portfolio of advanced compounds. This role offers a fast-paced environment, competitive compensation, and clear opportunities for career advancement within a world-class team.
In this role, you will collaborate across R&D, QA/QC, and Manufacturing to translate bench-scale discoveries into robust, production-ready processes. You will have access to state-of-the-art instrumentation, world-class facilities, and a culture that rewards curiosity and impact.
Responsibility
- Design and execute organic and inorganic synthesis experiments to deliver high-purity compounds.
- Develop scalable synthetic routes and optimize reaction conditions for pilot-scale production.
- Characterize products using NMR, MS, IR, UV-Vis, and other analytical methods.
- Maintain meticulous lab notebooks, generate technical reports, and ensure GLP/GMP-compliant documentation.
- Collaborate with R&D, QC, and Manufacturing teams to transfer processes from bench to production.
- Mentor junior staff, provide training, and cultivate a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
- Interpret data, troubleshoot experiments, and present findings to stakeholders.
- Contribute to IP strategies through literature reviews and invention disclosures.
Qualification
- Master's or PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field; strong preference for PhD.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in medicinal, process, or analytical chemistry.
- Proficiency with NMR, MS, IR, GC, HPLC, and related analytical tools.
- Solid track record in designing experiments, analyzing data, and problem-solving.
- Familiarity with GLP/GMP, SOPs, and robust documentation practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work in cross-functional teams.
- Multitasking capability, attention to detail, and a proactive, results-driven mindset.
- Publications, patents, or experience in a regulated industry is a plus.