Director Medicinal Chemistry (gn) - For German Resident Only

Proteros USA Inc; München; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Germany is seeking a Director of Medicinal Chemistry to lead drug discovery efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Medicinal or Organic Chemistry and have over 10 years of industry experience. Responsibilities include designing novel compounds, analyzing structure-activity relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. An innovative work environment and competitive salary are offered for this critical role in developing effective medications.

Leistungen

Comprehensive onboarding

Multicultural teams

Competitive salary

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Drug Discovery project leadership experience with a proven track record.
• Strong knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry.

Aufgaben

• Design and synthesize novel small molecules for drug discovery.
• Analyze structure-activity relationships (SAR) for optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers.

Kenntnisse

Organic Chemistry

Drug Design

Molecular Modeling

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or related field

Tools

Cheminformatics tools

Jobbeschreibung

Your mission

We are looking for a highly skilled and innovative Director Medicinal Chemistry to join our drug discovery team at Proteros Biostructures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in organic chemistry, drug design, and molecular modeling, with a track record and passion for discovering and optimizing new therapeutic compounds. The Director Medicinal Chemistry will play a critical role in the early stages of drug discovery, working closely with biologists, enabling technology experts, and other chemists to design molecules that have the potential to become safe and effective medications. Primary responsibilities will include designing and planning of synthesis of novel chemical entities, analyzing structure‑activity relationships (SAR), and optimizing lead compounds for potency, selectivity, and pharmacokinetic properties. Close collaboration with customers and internal Proteros teams and excellent communication are key for the successful candidate.

Erfahrung, Qualifikation und Soft Skills, haben Sie alles, was Sie brauchen, um bei dieser Gelegenheit erfolgreich zu sein? Finden Sie es unten heraus.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize novel small molecules for drug discovery
• Analyze structure-activity relationships (SAR) to optimize hit and lead compounds
• Guide tailored screening library design for small molecule hit generation campaigns
• Develop and improve synthetic routes for target molecules through external partners
• Collaborate with cross‑functional Proteros teams and its customers
• Leading project planning and decision‑making processes
• Present research findings to internal teams and external customers
• Stay current with scientific literature and emerging technologies

Your profile

• Ph. xfmxmju D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry
• Drug Discovery project leadership experience with a track record for delivery of drug candidates
• Strong knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry
• Familiarity with molecular modeling and cheminformatics tools
• Excellent problem‑solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills

Why us?

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• An innovative field of work in an exciting industry
• A long‑term, responsible position in a healthy, growing, and future‑oriented company
• Comprehensive onboarding to prepare you optimally for your area of responsibility
• Multicultural teams and an open corporate culture
• A competitive salary

Contact Details

Proteros biostructures GmbH

People Team

Bunsenstr. 7a, 82152 Martinsried