Senior Scientist, Discovery Process Research
About The Position
Our Discovery Process Research team focuses on developing novel synthetic chemistry solutions that enable and accelerate the Discovery of innovative therapeutics to treat diseases with high unmet medical need. You will be responsible for conducting research towards identifying creative solutions for chemistry problems across a portfolio of projects in the discovery space, from lead identification through selection of development candidates. Our goal is to facilitate medicinal chemistry research by finding solutions to synthetic bottlenecks, enabling access to novel chemical space and translating chemistry innovations to the development of efficient routes for the synthesis of small molecules, oligonucleotides, peptides and other emerging modalities advancing into development. Your work will require state of the art synthetic organic chemistry skills and understanding of analytical chemistry techniques. You are expected to remain conversant with the modern chemical literature and to maintain a strong laboratory presence. Residing at the interface of Discovery and Development, Discovery Process chemists thrive by collaborating across multiple Pharmaceutical R&D disciplines. Unique to this role, Senior Scientists in Discovery Process are expected to operate with a high degree of independence for scientific decision-making to contribute to the direction and execution of Discovery programs from very early in their careers.
Requirements
- Minimum of a PhD in Synthetic, Organic, Medicinal Chemistry, or related field completed by Spring of 2027 is required
- Experience in methodology development, catalysis, total synthesis or similar
- Proven track record of scientific excellence supported by peer-reviewed publications
- Ability to collaborate in a highly integrated environment and to work in a strong team with diverse backgrounds.
- Strong problem-solving skills for developing creative, innovative solutions, and meeting project objectives.
- Highly motivated candidate with strong commitment to lab work.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, fluent in English both verbal and in writing.
Nice To Haves
- Hands on knowledge of high throughput experimentation set-ups
- Experience working in non-small molecule modalities such as peptides (solid or solution phase synthesis), bioconjugates such as ADCs, or proximity inducers
Responsibilities
- Conducting research towards identifying creative solutions for chemistry problems across a portfolio of projects in the discovery space, from lead identification through selection of development candidates.
- Facilitate medicinal chemistry research by finding solutions to synthetic bottlenecks, enabling access to novel chemical space and translating chemistry innovations to the development of efficient routes for the synthesis of small molecules, oligonucleotides, peptides and other emerging modalities advancing into development.
- Operate with a high degree of independence for scientific decision-making to contribute to the direction and execution of Discovery programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
