Director, Degrader Chemistry
BioNTech•Cambridge, MA
•$168,100 - $268,700•Onsite
About The Position
The ideal candidate will work in a highly collaborative and cross-functional team to develop antibody drug conjugates (ADCs). The position requires close collaborations with various functional teams, outside partners, CROs, and CDMOs.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or M.S. in organic chemistry or a related discipline with 8 plus years of industry experience in drug discovery and development
- Strong experience in protein degraders and molecular glues
- Proven track record of creative thinking and consistent delivery as demonstrated by publication/presentation records
- Highly organized with a proactive mentality
- Thrive in a team center and collaborative environment
- Excellent interpersonal, networking, and communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience in ADC payload, linker, and conjugation chemistry
- Experience in ADC manufacturing process development.
Responsibilities
- Participate in ADC research and development programs by providing chemistry know-how and expertise in protein degraders, molecular glues, payloads, and linkers.
- Design and synthesize protein degraders and molecular glues
- Coordinate and collaborate with CMC team supporting process development and GMP manufacturing
- Prepare preclinical documents for IND filing
- Work cross-functionally within the R&D organization
- Collaborate with outside partners, CROs, and CDMOs
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
- Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
- Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
- Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
- 401(K) Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
- Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
- Professional Development Programs
- Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
- Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
