Associate Scientist, Post Doc Fellow

Merck; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Process Chemistry based in Boston, MA. The role focuses on developing novel catalytic methods for synthesizing nitrogen-containing heterocycles relevant to drug discovery.

You will lead innovative research on highly substituted piperidines and pyrrolidines, address long-standing synthetic challenges, and collaborate with external partners to disseminate findings through publications and conferences.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, expected by spring 2027 or completed.
• Strong experimental skills demonstrated by publications and presentations.
• Experience in synthetic organic chemistry and catalysis is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Lead innovative research on new synthetic strategies for highly substituted piperidines and pyrrolidines.
• Develop novel catalytic methods for synthesizing nitrogen-containing heterocycles relevant to drug discovery.
• Collaborate externally for dissemination through publications and conferences.

Connaissances

Experimental skills

Publications and presentations

Formation

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (or expected by spring 2027)

Description du poste

Role

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Process Chemistry, focusing on developing novel catalytic methods for synthesizing nitrogen-containing heterocycles relevant to drug discovery.

Responsibilities

Lead innovative research on new synthetic strategies for highly substituted piperidines and pyrrolidines, address longstanding heterocycle synthesis challenges, and collaborate externally for scientific dissemination.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (or expected by spring 2027), strong experimental skills, and a proven track record of impactful research with publications and presentations.

HighValue

Expertise in synthetic organic chemistry, catalysis, mechanistic studies, and molecular design; experience with medicinal chemistry applications is advantageous.

WorkSetup

Based at Boston, MA, with approximately 10% travel; roles involve multidisciplinary and cross-geographical collaboration in a research-driven biopharmaceutical environment.