Research Scientist, Synthetic Technologies

U175 (FCRS = US175) Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life and disability benefits

401(k) with company contribution and 2

Generous time off

Job summary

Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc. in Cambridge, MA, seeks a talented synthetic/medicinal chemist to join the Synthesis Technologies Team within Global Discovery Chemistry.

The role involves conducting scalable synthesis and purification, exploring innovative methods, collaborating with global teams, and ensuring safety.

Candidates should have BS or MS in synthetic organic chemistry with 2–5 years of postgrad experience, strong problem-solving, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in synthetic organic chemistry with 2–5 years of relevant postgraduate experience.
• Experience in multi-step synthesis of drug substances and purification.
• Strong observational, organizational, data management and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct task-oriented synthesis and purification from milligram to multi-gram scale.
• Anticipate pitfalls and optimize routes/conditions.
• Explore innovative synthetic methods for building blocks and drug substances.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure seamless workflow.
• Perform structural and stereochemical elucidation.
• Adhere to laboratory safety policies.

Skills

Synthetic organic chemistry

Multi-step synthesis

Data management

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

BS or MS in synthetic organic chemistry

Tools

Purification techniques

Job description

Job Description Summary We are seeking a highly talented and motivated synthetic / medicinal chemist to join the Synthesis Technologies Team within Global Discovery Chemistry group at BioMedical Research (NIBR) at our Cambridge, MA site.

Job Description Internal Job Title: Research Scientist II Position Location: Cambridge, MA, onsite #LI-onsite Job Description

Your responsibilities will include:

• Independently, effectively and safely conduct task-oriented synthesis and purification from milligram to multi-gram scale.
• Anticipate potential synthetic pitfalls and proactively work on alternative routes/conditions.
• Explore and deploy innovative and cutting-edge synthetic methods for the construction of pharmaceutically relevant building blocks and drug substances.
• Interact globally with internal and external chemistry teams to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Perform structural and stereochemical elucidation.
• Adhere to laboratory safety policies and practices.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• BS or MS degree in synthetic organic chemistry and relevant 2-5 years of postgraduate experience. This is not a PhD-level position.
• Strong working knowledge and practical experience in synthetic organic methodology, multi-step preparation of drug substances, and synthetic problem-solving.
• Excellent observational, organizational, data management and documentation skills.
• Enthusiasm for the development of green and sustainable synthesis methods is preferred.
• Outstanding communication skills to proactively collaborate with medicinal chemistry teams in order to identify opportunities to positively impact projects.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The salary for this position is expected to range between $81,200 and $150,800 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
• Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
• US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits.
• In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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Salary Range

Salary Range $81,200.00 - $150,800.00

Skills Desired

• Algorithms
• Analytical Chemistry
• Automation
• Chemical Analysis
• Chemical Biology
• Chemical Laboratory
• Chemical Synthesis
• Chemistry
• Collaboration
• Creativity
• Data Analysis
• Drug Development
• Innovation
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Physics
• Team Player

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