Research Associate Medicinal Chemistry (f/m/d)

Research Associate Medicinal Chemistry (f/m/d) – Lab /organic / small molecules / synthetic / German

Project:
For our customer a big pharmaceutical company in Basel we are looking for a highly qualified Research Associate Medicinal Chemistry

Background:
In the Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development organisation (pRED), we make transformative medicines for patients in order to tackle some of the world’s toughest unmet healthcare needs. At pRED, we are united by our mission to transform science into medicines. Together, we create a culture defined by curiosity, responsibility and humility, where our talented people are empowered and inspired to bring forward extraordinary life-changing innovation at speed.

The Medicinal Chemistry Team in Pharma Research and Early Development, located in Basel, is part of Small Molecule Research. We are a community of drug-hunters with expertise in synthesis, design and purification, with a responsibility to convert hypotheses into innovative small molecules for treating diseases of high unmet medical need, closely collaborating with our broader therapeutic areas and functions.

An Associate (Contractor) in Medicinal Chemistry belongs to a creative team accountable for driving medicinal chemistry projects through synthesis and design of molecules. You will be part of a research project team carrying out synthetic laboratory work to support synthesis of molecules designed to address key hypotheses in drug development.

The perfect candidate:
The perfect candidate is someone with a laboratory background in small molecule synthesis. This individual has either completed an apprenticeship or holds a university degree in chemistry (Bachelor or Master).

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Devise and implement state of the art scientific research through conducting laboratory experiments. By designing, planning and executing multi-step organic synthesis and purification of high-quality target molecules for biological screening you maintain a high level of productivity in the laboratory setting
* Bring an already strong synthetic knowledge and look forward to keeping abreast of synthetic methodologies and technologies.
* Be a member of self-organizing teams as core elements of an agile environment able to quickly adapt, re-prioritize and pivot into new territories
* Embrace flexible ways of working and act collaboratively and decisively
* Propose and implement innovative and pragmatic solutions to technical problems

Must Haves:

Apprenticeship in a chemistry lab or a Bachelor or Master degree in chemistry – NO PHD
* 1-4 years lab experience in synthetic or organic chemistry lab
* Experience with small molecule synthesis and hands-on chemistry experimentation in the laboratory
* Written and oral fluency in English is mandatory; German or French language skills would be a plus
* Independence in the lab activities
* Curious and passionate about innovation
* Quick learner and adaptability to complex and evolving environments
* Ability to work successfully in both a team/matrix environment as well as independently
* Creativity, passion to learn and a willingness to grow

Application:
Please apply with your CV, degree certificate as well as the latest reference letter & a letter of motivation

Reference Nr.: 921918TP
Role: Research Associate Medicinal Chemistry
Industry: Pharma
Workplace: Basel
Pensum: 100%
Start: 03.10.2022
Duration: 12++
Deadline: 09.09.2022

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