Canadian Bank Note Company

Scientist (Applied Chemistry)

Canadian Bank Note Company • $75K — $95K *
Ottawa, ON K1G 3J6In-Person
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Qualifications

  • PhD in chemistry focused on multistep organic synthesis.
  • Expertise in physical chemistry and mechanistic investigations.
  • Proficiency in air-sensitive chemical reactions and Schlenk/glovebox techniques.
  • Experience with analytical instruments like NMR and HPLC.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize multistep synthesis of organic compounds.
  • Characterize and purify sensitive target compounds.
  • Ensure lab operations run smoothly and efficiently.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on new synthetic targets.
  • Contribute chemical expertise to surface science projects.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model provides flexibility.
  • Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Supportive team environment fostering growth and development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Internal Job Title: Scientist
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Location: Ottawa, ON (975 Gladstone Ave.)
Work Model: Hybrid

Job Status: Existing Vacancy

Position Summary

As an organic chemist you will help develop and synthesize our multifunctional organic nanomaterials. This role will collaborate closely with our surface science and computational chemistry teams to improve the performance of our target molecules.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, optimize, and troubleshoot multistep synthesis of organic and organometallic compounds.
  • Characterize, isolate, and purify sensitive target compounds.
  • Coordinate with chemistry lab members to keep lab fully operational.
  • Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to design new synthetic targets.
  • Contribute chemical expertise to surface science projects.


Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada.
  • Fluent in English (speak, read, write).

Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD degree in chemistry with a focus on multistep organic synthesis.
  • Expertise in physical chemistry and mechanistic investigations.
  • Laboratory skills including Schlenk and glovebox techniques, ability to execute air and water sensitive chemical reactions, ability to isolate volatile reaction products, and the ability to work on milligram to multigram scale reactions, structural confirmation by Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, interpretation of LC-MS data, High performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) operation, recrystallization, preparative chromatographic separations.
  • Critical thinking skills (analysis, problem-solving)
  • Interpersonal skills (communication, relationship building, teamwork and collaboration)
  • Organization and time management skills
  • Self-directed
  • Growth mindset

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in main group chemistry; previous experience synthesizing boron, nitrogen, or phosphorous containing compounds is desirable.
  • Knowledge of electrochemistry, cyclic voltammetry, and redox reactions.
  • Experience operating analytical instruments (e.g., XPS, FTIR, HPLC-MS, NMR).
  • Proven record of expertise in other physical chemistry or materials chemistry techniques (surface science, photochemistry, etc.) is also highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of UHV systems and SPM techniques.

About Canadian Bank Note Company

The Canadian Bank Note Company is a security printing company that produces banknotes, passports, and other secure documents for governments and central banks around the world. The company was founded in 1897 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. Canadian Bank Note Company has a global presence with operations in North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. The company's products include banknotes, passports, driver's licenses, and other secure documents. Canadian Bank Note Company is known for its high-quality printing and security features, which help prevent counterfeiting and fraud. The company is also involved in the production of lottery tickets and other gaming products.
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Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Business Services
* Ladders Estimates

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