Medicinal Chemistry Research Scientist
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
- San Diego, CA
- $100,000-150,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Maintain a high level of productivity in the laboratory setting
- Develops and executes clear synthetic routes using state-of-the-art synthetic methodologies
- Primarily responsible for executing organic syntheses in a timely, efficient, and independent manner
- Create and interpret SAR with a clear understanding of the biological data
- Organize and triage efforts to stay consistent with project priorities
- Clearly and effectively communicate ideas and results (both verbally and in writing) to a broad range of audiences
- Designs and executes complex, challenging chemistry experiments
- Demonstrates astute understanding of his/her own discipline and the relevant literature
- Maintains a high level of knowledge related to current developments in the scientific project field
- Displays proven productivity and experimental creativity, and effective dissemination of ideas
- Demonstrates effective, self-sufficient communication skills, especially in peer-directed presentations
- Demonstrates awareness of other project-related disciplines and an understanding of general concepts and some experimental detail within those areas
- Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in chemistry or related science 0-3 years of relevant post-doctoral employment experience, or
- Master’s degree (or equivalent degree) in chemistry or related science and 3+ years of relevant employment experience, or
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent degree) in chemistry or related science and 6+ years of relevant employment experience
- Interest in working or hands on experience at the interface of ChemBio and Medicinal Chemistry
- Demonstrated effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to navigate and be successful in a fast-paced, highly matrixed work environment
- A desire to be part of a highly innovative company aimed at transforming the lives of people with serious diseases, their families and society