Senior Scientist - Medicinal Chemistry

Organisation Description
EMD Serono, Inc. Research Institute in Rockland, MA focuses on fertility oncology research. SRI,along with EMD Serono,Inc. research facilities around the world, is committed to developing innovative treatments that improve people's lives.
Description

The incumbent will contribute to the achievement of project goals through the synthesis of target molecules by using modern organic synthetic /medicinal chemistry best practices, including as appropriate: parallel synthesis, combinatorial chemistry, reaction scale up. Prior experience with the design and synthesis of kinase inhibitors is a plus.Contribute to new ideas for new molecules, new synthetic or medicinal chemistry strategies.Develop routes for the synthesis of target molecules. Troubleshoot reactions and reaction sequences. Propose/explore alternative synthetic routes.Set up synthetic reactions on mg to kg scale, work up, purify reaction mixtures, isolate and characterize products, identify and interpret reaction outcomes. Be comfortable with multi-step reactions sequences.Maintain close collaboration with fellow chemists. Work in a team environment, towards common goals. Collaborate with scientists in other departments as needed. Prepare reports, publications, internal and external presentations in a timely manner.Practice safe laboratory practices. Contribute in ensuring the safety, organization, and full functionality of the laboratory.Contribute to new ideas for new molecules, new synthetic or medicinal chemistry strategies Ensure the company's intellectual property is fully protected by keeping detailed experimental details in laboratory notebooks according to the company's policies.
EDUCATION/ LANGUAGESPhD degree with Post Doc or equivalent experienceMasters degree and 5 or more years related experienceBachelors degree and at least 7-10 years of industrial Medicinal chemistry experienceFluency in English is required PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCEPostdoctoral experience or industry experience in the area of medicinal or synthetic chemistryGood publication record in peer reviewed journalsStrong technical expertise in a number of modern synthetic methodologies and techniques. PERSONAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIESExcellent oral and written communication skills.Team spirit and strong interpersonal skillsCapable of making short oral communications to interdisciplinary project teamsSolid understanding of synthetic and mechanistic chemistry.Proven, independent problem solving skills.