Associate Scientist, Boston Discovery Chemistry

Job Description

Our company's Research Laboratories-Boston is focused on driving discovery research. Our fully integrated multi-disciplinary discovery research site offers state-of- the-art resources to explore the most promising science combined with our company's world-class R&D expertise in small molecules and biologics. Located within the heart of Boston’s vibrant Longwood biomedical community, research conducted in our laboratories spans exploratory biology through early clinical development and is an integral part of our company's powerful world-class network of drug and vaccine discovery.

At our company, we are inspired by the belief that a research-driven enterprise dedicated to scientific excellence can create medicines and vaccines that save and improve lives. Every employee is building on our proud legacy of scientific breakthrough to impact the lives of patients, which relies on the integrity, creativity, humility and scientific acumen of our team. We are creating a diverse organization that is inspired by invention and founded on a culture of respect and collaboration. At our Boston site, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and

skills through collaboration with talented and dedicated colleagues while advancing your career.

Job Description

Our Company is currently seeking exceptional chemists to join our Boston site’s highly collaborative Discovery Chemistry Department. The successful candidates will contribute to multidisciplinary discovery teams by applying innovative synthetic chemistry, analytical techniques, and data analysis to the design and synthesis of drug candidates and intermediates. Successful candidates must have excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and communication

skills in a team environment. It is expected that the successful candidates will learn quickly through on-the-job training to become increasingly skilled and independent in reaction setup, route design and optimization. In addition, there is an opportunity to expand your knowledge and

skills through collaborations with talented and dedicated colleagues while advancing your career.

Specific

Responsibilities Will Include The Following

Design and execution of synthetic routes to target molecules using modern synthetic chemistry techniques.Selection and application of appropriate purification techniques including flash chromatography, high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and recrystallization.Acquisition and interpretation of analytical data, such as NMR and LC/MS.Gaining proficiency in applying data and in silico tools to target molecule design.

Education Minimum

Requirements

B.S. or equivalent degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related field is required.

Preferred

Experience

Experience with organic chemistry synthesis and/or multi-step synthesis of complex molecules, natural products, drugs, intermediates, and/or drug like compounds.Hands-on

experience working in an academic or industry lab

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Employee Status

Regular

Re

location:

Domestic

Visa Sponsorship

No

Travel

Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s):

Standard Lab Chemicals

Requisition ID:R291241