Associate Research Scientist - Medicinal Chemistry

Idealcrew Technology; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Idealcrew Technology in Pune, India, is seeking a medicinal chemistry professional to support NCE discovery and lead optimization by synthesizing molecules under guidance from senior medicinal chemists. The role requires practical proficiency in synthetic organic chemistry, with ability to plan reactions and troubleshoot as part of drug discovery programs.

This position offers hands-on experience in a CRO-like environment within a growing team.

Qualifications

• Experience in medicinal chemistry or CRO environment, preferably in drug discovery or custom synthesis.
• Proficiency in synthetic organic chemistry, including reaction planning & troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Support New Chemical Entity discovery & lead optimization projects through synthesis of molecules under guidance of senior medicinal chemists.

Skills

Medicinal chemistry

Synthesis planning

Troubleshooting

Job description

Support New Chemical Entity discovery & lead optimization projects through synthesis of molecules under guidance of senior medicinal chemists.Perform literature searches using SciFinder & databases to support synthetic route design & problem solving.

Required Candidate profile

• Experience in medicinal chemistry or CRO environment, preferably in drug discoveryor custom synthesis.
• Proficiency in synthetic organic chemistry, including reaction planning & troubleshooting.