Noel Sayar
Senior Synthetic Organic Chemist
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About
Senior synthetic organic chemist with 10+ years of post-PhD experience across CRO, industrial R&D, and academic research in Canada, Japan, and Spain. Extensive background in multi-step organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry-relevant compound production, and process scale-up (mg to multi-kilo scale). Experienced in managing multiple projects under time-sensitive and client-driven deadlines.
Strong track record in complex molecule synthesis, and production of high-value compounds including APIs, labeled molecules, nitrosamines, and fluorinated/PFAS derivatives. Comfortable operating in GMP/GLP-regulated environments, with hands-on expertise in analytical and synthetic instrumentation and a strong focus on delivery-oriented synthetic problem solving and route optimization.
Experience
Senior Research Chemist at Toronto Research Chemicals Ltd (LGC Ltd) (2021-01 – Present)
- Designed and executed synthetic chemistry projects under cGMP guidelines, consistently meeting demanding timelines and quality standards.
- Synthesized and delivered high-value compounds, including nitrosamines, labeled compounds, APIs, and PFAS-related materials.
- Evaluated, optimized, and implemented scale-up processes from milligram to kilogram scale, ensuring efficiency, reproducibility, and compliance.
- Contributed to the development of SOPs and technical documentation, while actively participating in internal 5S audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
R&D Consultant at PharmaEdge Services Ltd (2019-01 – 2020-12)
Drafted, reviewed, and revised laboratory equipment SOPs and technical documentation.
Postdoctoral Researcher at Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University (2016-01 – 2018-12)
Total synthesis of natural products such as Thailandepsin E, D and F, Plumisclerin A and Cristaxenicin A.
Education
PhD in Chemistry – University of Santiago de Compostela (2015-12)
Research collaboration in Chemistry – Princeton University (2011-01 – 2011-12)
Research collaboration in Chemistry – Boston College (2010-01 – 2010-12)
Master's in Chemistry – University of Santiago de Compostela (2008-12)
BSc in Chemistry – University of Santiago de Compostela (2007-12)
