Synthetic Organic Chemist
Medicilon USA Corp. is seeking talented Synthetic Organic Chemists at various levels, including Associate Scientist, Scientist, and Senior Scientist, to join our dynamic R&D team in Boston. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge drug discovery projects within a collaborative biotech environment.
Requirements:
- Degree: Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related field.
- Strong expertise in synthetic organic chemistry, including designing and executing multi-step organic synthesis routes.
- Proficiency in common organic synthesis techniques (e.g., nucleophilic substitution, electrophilic addition, transition metal-catalyzed reactions).
- Hands-on experience with purification methods such as column chromatography, HPLC, and recrystallization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design & execute synthetic organic chemistry experiments for drug discovery projects in alignment with client requirements.
- Optimize reaction conditions to enhance yield, purity, and selectivity of target compounds.
- Analyze reaction products using advanced analytical techniques (NMR, LC-MS, IR).
- Maintain detailed experimental records and document findings accurately.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including medicinal chemists, biologists, and process chemists, to drive project success.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong problem-solving abilities and independent troubleshooting in synthetic chemistry.
- Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) to effectively present findings to internal teams and external partners.
- Proficiency in chemical drawing software (e.g., ChemDraw) and data analysis tools.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic R&D environment while meeting project deadlines.
- Preferred: Experience in ADC linker & payload modification, optimization, and ADC conjugation is a plus.
If you are a highly motivated chemist passionate about synthetic organic chemistry and eager to be part of Boston’s biotech innovation hub, we encourage you to apply.