Company: Purical Inc.

Location: Etobicoke, Toronto, Ontario

Job Type: Full-time, on-site

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: CAD $50,000–$57,000 annually, depending on qualifications

Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

About Purical

Purical Inc. is a rapidly growing advanced materials development and manufacturing company based in Toronto, Canada. We specialize in custom synthesis, process development, and scale-up of high-value chemicals for the semiconductor, electronics, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials industries.

Operating from our fully equipped 4,000 sq. ft. R&D; and pilot-scale facility, we focus on technically challenging chemistries, including organometallic, organophosphorus, pyrophoric, and air-sensitive compounds.

Our experienced team combines deep scientific expertise with an agile approach to chemical innovation, supporting customers from laboratory development through pilot-scale manufacturing.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Junior Process Chemist to join our R&D; and operations team.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career chemist to gain hands-on experience in advanced chemical synthesis, process optimization, and pilot-scale manufacturing under the mentorship of highly experienced chemists.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development and scale-up of specialty chemical products, participate in solving technical challenges, and gain practical experience with specialized laboratory equipment and chemical manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

Chemical Synthesis & Process Development

- Assist in the synthesis and development of organometallic, organophosphorus, and other specialty chemicals.
- Support R&D; experiments and the transition of laboratory-scale procedures to pilot-scale production.
- Participate in process optimization to improve product purity, yield, safety, and efficiency.
- Conduct experiments, record results, and assist with troubleshooting.

Laboratory Equipment & Operations

- Assist in operating chemical reactors, distillation systems, filtration equipment, and analytical instruments.
- Gain hands-on experience with air-sensitive chemistry techniques,



including gloveboxes, Schlenk lines, inert atmospheres, and vacuum systems.
- Support chemical purification, sample preparation, material handling, and packaging.
- Participate in equipment preparation, cleaning, and routine maintenance.

Documentation & Quality Control

- Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, experimental data, and batch records.
- Assist with analytical testing and quality control activities.
- Support the development and improvement of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Document experimental observations and communicate results to senior chemists.

Safety & Compliance

- Follow established laboratory safety procedures and chemical handling protocols.
- Participate in training for hazardous and air-sensitive materials.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment.
- Support proper chemical storage, labeling, and waste management.

Qualifications

Education

- Completed post-secondary diploma or degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology, or a closely related discipline.

Technical Skills

- Knowledge of organic or inorganic chemistry and laboratory techniques.
- Familiarity with chemical synthesis, purification, and analytical methods.
- Experience with reactors, distillation, gloveboxes, or Schlenk lines is an asset.
- Previous laboratory or industrial experience is beneficial but not mandatory.
- Willingness to learn advanced chemical processes and specialized equipment.

Personal Attributes

- Strong interest in hands-on chemistry and chemical process development.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to safe laboratory practices.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.




- Eagerness to learn from experienced scientists and grow professionally.

Additional Eligibility Requirements Candidates must meet the following Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) eligibility criteria:
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment.
- Be a graduate of a recognized post-secondary degree or diploma program.
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee status in Canada.
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Have not previously participated in a YESS work experience program targeted at post-secondary graduates.
- Be available to work full-time, on-site, for a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Why Join Purical?
- Advanced Chemistry: Work on innovative specialty chemicals used in semiconductor, electronics, and advanced materials applications.
- Expert Mentorship: Learn directly from senior scientists with decades of industrial chemical development experience.
- Hands-on Experience: Develop practical expertise in chemical synthesis, purification, process development, and pilot-scale operations.
- Career Development: Build technical capabilities in a growing and highly specialized industry.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of an agile team where your work directly contributes to real-world innovation.

How to Apply Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through Indeed.

Please highlight your relevant education, laboratory experience, and interest in chemical synthesis, analysis, and process development.

Purical Inc. is an equal chance employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and a respectful workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $50,000.00-$57,000.00 per year

Benefits

- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Application question(s):
- Are you between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment?
- Are you a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee status in Canada?

Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Junior Process Chemist (Etobicoke)
🏢 Purical
📍 Etobicoke