RESEARCH SCIENTIST -Chemistry

Scripps Research; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Contributed Retirement Plan

Health and Welfare plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation and sick leave

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines, a division of Scripps Research, is seeking a Research Scientist to design and synthesize novel compounds for drug discovery across diverse targets. You will support programs from hit assessment through IND-enabling studies, contributing to analytical characterization and formulation development for multiple administration routes.

The role requires a PhD is preferred, with a minimum of three years industry experience, and strong hands-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field required.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in the industry required.
• Impeccable attention to detail, ability to perform hands‑on experiments, research, design, and organize project designs with detailed documentation.
• Highly motivated, creative, and devoted to project goals.
• Team player who can work independently and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to collaborate proficiently and communicate effectively with colleagues and management teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Calibr scientists on lab-scale synthetic, analytical and formulation development projects.
• Work cross-functionally to deliver high-quality compounds that support Calibr’s preclinical drug discovery programs.
• Apply crystallization, filtration and chromatography-based processing methods, along with small-molecule analytical techniques.
• Prepare technical reports, patent application content, publications and oral presentations as needed.

Skills

Hands-on experiments

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

ABOUT US

Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines, a division of Scripps Research, is a first-of-its-kind, nonprofit translational research institute dedicated to creating the next generation of medicines. Calibr-Skaggs was founded on the principle that the creation of new medicines can be accelerated by pairing world‑class biomedical research with state‑of‑the‑art drug discovery and development capabilities. Scripps Research is ranked one of the most influential institutions in the world for its impact on innovation. Our educational and training programs mold talented and committed students and postdocs into leading edge scientists. Leveraging the unique scientific environment of Scripps Research, impacting translational sciences, Calibr-Skaggs has created a portfolio of drug candidates, and is shaping a new paradigm for advancing nonprofit biomedical research to impact patients while re‑investing in further innovative research. We expand basic knowledge in the biosciences and use these fundamental advancements to develop profound innovations that improve wellbeing. Calibr-Skaggs’ drug development portfolio spans a broad range of human diseases, including cancer, autoimmunity and inflammatory diseases, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, infectious and neglected diseases, as well as age‑related and degenerative diseases. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

POSITION TITLE

Research Scientist

JOB SUMMARY

In this role, will design and synthesize novel compounds for drug discovery programs across a wide range of targets and therapeutic areas, including metabolic, immunological, regenerative and infectious diseases. Will support programs from hit assessment through IND-enabling studies, contributing to analytical characterization and formulation development for multiple routes of administration.

RESPONSIBILITIE & DUTIES

• Collaborate closely with Calibr scientists on lab-scale synthetic, analytical and formulation development projects.


• Work cross-functionally to deliver high-quality compounds that support Calibr’s preclinical drug discovery programs.


• Apply crystallization, filtration and chromatography-based processing methods, along with small-molecule analytical techniques.


• Prepare technical reports, patent application content, publications and oral presentations as needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, or related field required. PhD is highly preferred.


• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in the industry required.


• Impeccable attention to detail, and excellent ability to perform hands‑on experiments, research, design, and organize project designs and maintain detailed documentation.


• Highly motivated, creative, and devoted to project goals.


• Team player who can work independently and thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment.


• Able to collaborate proficiently and communicate effectively with colleagues and management teams.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position works in a laboratory or vivarium environment.


• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

COMPENSATION

The expected hiring range for this position is $77,000-$103,000 per year, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post‑tax dollars)


• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more


• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)


• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies


• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:
The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

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