Medicinal Chemistry Project Leader Jobs

A Ph.D. in organic chemistry with 0-2 years of additional related research experience.

Candidates must have experience in designing and executing multistep synthesis of complex organic molecules using modern techniques in organic chemistry.

Excellent problem-solving skills and a thorough understanding of synthetic methods and reaction mechanisms are required.

Good oral/written communication skills and a desire to work in a collaborative team environment are required.

Candidates will have expertise in the purification and characterization of organic compounds (Chromatography and NMR, MS, IR spectroscopy).

The ideal candidate will attach a research summary, no more than 3 pages.

A leader with effective organizational, interpersonal, communication and managerial skills who can motivate and inspire others

Establish strategies to leverage external resource and capabilities

Experience and embrace of software tools to provide additional insights for compound design, such as Simulations Plus ADMET predictor

Demonstrated ability to maximize the value and effectiveness of CRO collaborations, such as a remote synthesis team

In-depth knowledge of the drug R&D process with expertise in the application of ADME/PK and pharmacology data to optimize drug candidates

Implement and execute synthetic and medicinal chemistry strategies as the company’s founding and sole internal FTE chemist

Equivalent combination of education and industrial medicinal chemistry experience.

Direct and matrix reporting responsibilities in line with portfolio and team growth.

PhD in related discipline and a minimum of 5 years of related industrial medicinal chemistry experience; or,

Master’s degree in related discipline and a minimum of 9 years of related industrial medicinal chemistry experience; or,

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline and a minimum of 11 years of related industrial medicinal chemistry experience; or,

Direct supervisory experience and in matrix organizations.

MS/MA degree in Synthetic Organic Chemistry preferred and some similar experience noted above OR

PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or related field preferred and some related postdoctoral experience required; 2+ years postdoctoral experience preferred

Strong knowledge of scientific discipline

Good knowledge of scientific principles, methods and techniques

Good knowledge and demonstrated ability working with a variety of laboratory equipment/tools

Good problem-solving, analytical thinking skills

A leader with effective organizational, interpersonal, communication and managerial skills who can motivate and inspire others

Establish strategies to leverage external resource and capabilities

Experience and embrace of software tools to provide additional insights for compound design, such as Simulations Plus ADMET predictor

Demonstrated ability to maximize the value and effectiveness of CRO collaborations, such as a remote synthesis team

In-depth knowledge of the drug R&D process with expertise in the application of ADME/PK and pharmacology data to optimize drug candidates

Implement and execute synthetic and medicinal chemistry strategies as the company’s founding and sole internal FTE chemist

·Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

·Expertise in medicinal and organic chemistry

·Safe laboratory practices and ability to multitask to achieve a high level of productivity.

·Desire to be a team player in a cross-functional environment.

·Responds well to scientific challenge and applies significant rigor to their own work

·Possesses a clear sense of urgency – recognizes potential problems and proactively acts to deliver solutions

3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing or technology field, preferably in maintenance

Responsible for facility, production equipment, and building machine life cycle

Recommend, implement, and optimize digital solutions and control systems

Support local and global Maintenance KPI's

Support the evaluation and improvement of technical expertise for the plant

Help maintain Facility and Maintenance spare parts

Technical or Business degree or experience in Project Management or related experience is required.

Follow BW Papersystems Project Management standard work handbook. Other duties as assigned.

5+ years of experience in a design, process, or research and development environment is required.

Must possess good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Interface with Customer, Sales, Engineering, Customer Service, Accounting and Manufacturing as necessary to maintain alignment in delivering what was sold.

Track project progress, identify and communicate critical path items and resource needs to keep projects on schedule and execute to completion.

MS/MA degree in Synthetic Organic Chemistry preferred and some similar experience noted above OR

PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or related field preferred and some related postdoctoral experience required; 2+ years postdoctoral experience preferred

Strong knowledge of scientific discipline

Good knowledge of scientific principles, methods and techniques

Good knowledge and demonstrated ability working with a variety of laboratory equipment/tools

Good problem-solving, analytical thinking skills

Significant experience and successful implementation of independent synthetic route design and problem solving

Industry experience in biotech and drug discovery in oncology preferred

Work experience in medicinal chemistry, small molecules, and radioactive tracer

Applied knowledge with drug design principles

Excellent communication skills are required

Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave

Extensive knowledge of hits to leads triage including experience interfacing with biophysical assay scientists

Extensive knowledge of synthetic and medicinal chemistry-related scientific and technological principles to design and execute drug-discovery experiments on a project basis

Manages time and completes tasks in timely manner

Manages a group of external scientists

Maintains orderly and timely record of project plans and results in accordance with company policy and legal requirements

A strong patent and publication record evidencing scientific curiosity and strong communication skills