Principal Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry

Our client is a cutting-edge biotechnology company focused on advancing peptide-based therapies for various diseases. Their innovative research and development efforts aim to revolutionize the field of medicinal chemistry, with a particular emphasis on peptide discovery.

They are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Medicinal Chemist to join their Peptide Discovery team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, synthesizing, and optimizing novel peptides for therapeutic applications.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work at the forefront of peptide-based drug development and contribute to the advancement of groundbreaking therapies.

Responsibilities :

• Design and synthesize novel peptides for drug discovery programs.
• Conduct structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize peptide leads.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including biochemists, pharmacologists, and computational chemists.
• Utilize state-of-the-art techniques and technologies in peptide chemistry.
• Analyze and interpret data, troubleshoot experimental challenges, and propose creative solutions.
• Stay current with scientific literature and contribute to intellectual property development.

Qualifications :

• Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related field.
• Proven experience in peptide design, synthesis, and optimization for medicinal purposes.
• Strong background in modern analytical techniques, purification methods, and characterization of peptides.
• Experience with peptide library design and screening is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of structure-based drug design and computational chemistry tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits :

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and state-of-the-art facilities.
6 days ago