Associate Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry & Synthesis

Mindlance; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a candidate experienced in synthetic organic chemistry for a position in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Responsibilities include developing and performing organic reactions, troubleshooting synthetic routes, and purifying compounds for potential clinical drug development. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree with relevant experience, along with excellent communication and teamwork skills. This role demands adherence to safety practices and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with synthetic organic chemistry.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot synthetic routes.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement organic reactions in Medicinal Chemistry.
• Troubleshoot and scout new synthetic routes.
• Perform structural determinations using NMR and Mass Spectral techniques.
• Purify compounds and submit them for biological testing.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Synthetic organic chemistry

Chromatographic purification

Knowledge of NMR and Mass Spectral techniques

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field & 2 years experience

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field & 4 years experience

Job description

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a candidate experienced in synthetic organic chemistry for a position in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Responsibilities include developing and performing organic reactions, troubleshooting synthetic routes, and purifying compounds for potential clinical drug development. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree with relevant experience, along with excellent communication and teamwork skills. This role demands adherence to safety practices and regulatory compliance.