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Actalent Research Associate, Medicinal Chemistry in Redwood City, California
Description:
As a key member of the Medicinal Chemistry team, you will be part of an integrated, multidisciplinary research team making significant contributions toward the discovery of important new drug candidates.
Responsibilities:
Synthesizing biologically active compounds, including the design and execution of the synthetic routes, purification of final compounds, and participating in analog design.
Planning and executing assigned experiments to support research activities and project goals.
Recommending experimental alternatives, researching new methods and techniques from the literature, and proactively seeking out other team members to identify solutions to challenges.
Presenting research findings to the Medicinal Chemistry team and management.
Partnering in scientific activities with other outstanding medicinal chemists and creating an environment where all ideas are heard.
Skills:
Chemistry, medicinal chemistry, synthesis, HPLC, NMR, nmr spectroscopy, natural product synthesis, discovery chemistry, organic chemistry, organic synthesis, mass spectrometry
Qualifications:
B.S. degree in Chemistry with 0-2 years of research experience in the chemical industry, or an M.S. in Chemistry with 0-1 years of research experience in the chemical industry; a focus on organic synthesis, the total synthesis of natural products, and/or methodology development is required.
Experience in designing, executing, and troubleshooting synthetic procedures and synthesis routes is required.
Experience with organic synthesis analytical techniques (NMR, HPLC, mass spectrometry) is highly preferred.
A strong mechanistic understanding of organic chemistry is highly preferred.
Experience with synthetic planning databases (i.e. SciFinder and Reaxys) is preferred.
Exhibits strong written and verbal communication skills to work with cross-functional teams beyond chemistry.
Possesses a high attention to detail and the ability to multi-task, to be efficient and well-organized, and to work collaboratively as a team player with a passion for science.
Adaptive to a fast-paced interdisciplinary environment with a strong desire to further develop synthetic and medicinal chemistry skills and to strengthen future career prospects in the pharmaceutical industry or academia.
Preferred Skills, Experience and Education:
Experience with organic synthesis analytical techniques (NMR, HPLC, mass spectrometry) is highly preferred.
A strong mechanistic understanding of organic chemistry is highly preferred.
Experience with synthetic planning databases (i.e. SciFinder and Reaxys) is preferred.
Experience Level:
Entry Level
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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