Synthetic Organic Chemist - Radiochemistry

Chipping Ongar, England, gb on site Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

Eurofins Selcia Limited, part of the Eurofins Scientific Group, is a contract research organisation and one of the world’s leading providers of custom radioisotope labelling services specializing in the synthesis of compounds labelled with carbon-14 and tritium.  We have a proven track record of delivering challenging isotope labelling projects to high quality standards and our customer base throughout Europe, North America and Japan includes many of the leading pharmaceutical, agrochemical and specialty chemicals companies.  

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries.  The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environmental and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies.  Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in speciality clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

In 2023, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. 

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a skilled synthetic organic chemist seeking a challenging career in isotope chemistry. Working as part of growing, multidisciplinary group the successful candidate will be responsible for the synthesis and purification of isotopically labelled, biologically active compounds used in regulatory studies to support the development and registration of new products. Experience in handling radioisotopes would be an advantage but is not essential as a comprehensive training program will be provided and you will be supported by our experienced isotope chemists.

We are seeking applicants with a Ph.D. in synthetic organic chemistry or a first degree in chemistry with a minimum of one-year’s relevant industrial experience or placement within a synthetic organic chemistry environment.  Ideally, you will possess a broad understanding of organic reactions and a passion for working at the bench. You will be able to demonstrate a strong history of achievement and the ability to apply your practical skills to prepare a wide range of targets.  You will be able to work both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team to deliver results to tight deadlines. You will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills combined with a strong customer-focused approach. In return Eurofins Selcia offers an attractive and competitive reward package.

HOW TO APPLY:

Are you the person we are looking for?  If so, please visit our careers page at https://careers.eurofins.com/uk on how to apply or send us your CV and a covering letter to [email protected] quoting job reference: SEL/101/1124.  The closing date for applications is Monday 24 March 2025.

 

About this role

Summary

Synthesize and purify isotopically labelled compounds for regulatory studies, supporting product development.

Job title

Synthetic Organic Chemist - Radiochemistry

Experience level

1+ years

Industry

life sciences

Location requirements

Chipping Ongar, England; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

synthetic organic chemistryorganic reactionslaboratory skillsteamwork

Preferred skills

radioisotope handlingregulatory studiesinterdisciplinary collaboration

Specializations

organic synthesisradioisotope handlingisotope chemistrycompound purification
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chipping Ongar, Ongar CM5, UK

On-site City