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Research Associate I/II Medicinal Chemistry

4 months ago

Redwood City, United States Planet Pharma Full time

6 month extendable CONTRACT

$35 - $45 per hr

Onsite in Redwood City


*NO PhD level candidates for this level*


Looking for a Medicinal Chemist with 1 - 2 years of experience - Ideally in Biotech or pharma


Responsibilities:

  • Synthesizing biologically active compounds, including the design and execution of the synthetic routes, purification of final compounds, and participating in analog design.
  • Planning and executing assigned experiments to support research activities and project goals.
  • Recommending experimental alternatives, researching new methods and techniques from the literature, and proactively seeking out other team members to identify solutions to challenges.
  • Presenting research findings to the Medicinal Chemistry team and management.
  • Partnering in scientific activities with other outstanding medicinal chemists and creating an environment where all ideas are heard.


Required Skills, Experience and Education:

  • B.S. degree in Chemistry with 1-3 years of research experience in the chemical industry, or an M.S. in Chemistry with 1 year of research experience in the chemical industry; a focus on organic synthesis, the total synthesis of natural products, and/or methodology development is required.
  • Experience in designing, executing, and troubleshooting synthetic procedures and synthesis routes is required.
  • Experience with organic synthesis analytical techniques (NMR, HPLC, mass spectrometry) is highly preferred.
  • A strong mechanistic understanding of organic chemistry is highly preferred.
  • Experience with synthetic planning databases (i.e. SciFinder and Reaxys) is preferred.
  • Exhibits strong written and verbal communication skills to work with cross-functional teams beyond chemistry.
  • Possesses a high attention to detail and the ability to multi-task, to be efficient and well-organized, and to work collaboratively as a team player with a passion for science.
  • Adaptive to a fast-paced interdisciplinary environment with a strong desire to further develop synthetic and medicinal chemistry skills and to strengthen future career prospects in the pharmaceutical industry or academia.


Preferred Skills, Experience and Education:

  • Experience with organic synthesis analytical techniques (NMR, HPLC, mass spectrometry) is highly preferred.
  • A strong mechanistic understanding of organic chemistry is highly preferred.
  • Experience with synthetic planning databases (i.e. SciFinder and Reaxys) is preferred.