Medicinal Chemist – Small Molecule Design

The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology seeks a Scripps Staff Scientist to lead chemical synthesis and design of molecules intended for biological studies under the PI’s supervision, addressing research questions with literature-driven optimization. Candidates must hold a Ph.D.

in a relevant chemistry field and have at least two years of postdoctoral experience, with proficiency in lab instrumentation; familiarity with Chemdraw, Schrödinger, PowerPoint,

Qualifications

• PhD in an appropriate scientific discipline required; 2+ years postdoc experience.
• Ability to review literature and optimize protocols for biological studies.
• Proficiency with lab instrumentation and data presentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research for design of small molecules to treat viral infections.
• Compile and analyze data; present findings at meetings and conferences.
• Perform instrument maintenance and support PI in writing abstracts/grants.

Skills

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in organic/medicinal chemistry or related

Postdoctoral experience (≥2 years)

Tools

Chemdraw

Schrödinger

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology seeks a Scripps Staff Scientist to lead chemical synthesis and design of molecules intended for biological studies under the PI’s supervision, addressing research questions with literature-driven optimization. Candidates must hold a Ph.D.

in a relevant chemistry field and have at least two years of postdoctoral experience, with proficiency in lab instrumentation; familiarity with Chemdraw, Schrödinger, PowerPoint,