Senior Scientist, Process Chemistry

Our Company is currently seeking an exceptional chemist to join the Discovery Process Chemistry group located at our South San Francisco, CA site. This role offers the opportunity to join a vibrant group of innovative laboratory scientists with broad impacts across our late discovery and early development portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative solutions to complex chemistry problems across a diverse portfolio of projects in the discovery phase, from lead identification through candidate selection.
• Apply cutting-edge methodologies to synthetic route design to enable medicinal chemistry research and accelerate the delivery of active pharmaceutical ingredients in support of pre-clinical and clinical studies.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the Process and Medicinal Chemistry networks and throughout the Discovery and Preclinical functions.
• Remain current with the latest synthetic methodologies, drive innovation, and apply new concepts to continuously improve group capabilities.
• Engage actively in the external scientific community via publications and external presentations.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or related discipline achieved or expected by June 2027, with relevant research experience in synthetic organic chemistry, including Ph.D. or postdoctoral studies.
• Conducted outstanding research in their field of expertise.
• Demonstrated creativity and innovation in problem-solving.
• Productivity and efficiency working in the lab.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent collaboration skills.
• Established scientific reputation supported by publications and external presentations.

Skills

• Required: Chemistry, Collaboration, Innovation, Interpersonal Communication, Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Organic Synthesis, Process Chemistry, Self-Motivation, Synthetic Biology.
• Preferred: Experience with current synthetic methodologies and external scientific engagement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision healthcare for employee and family.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate, and sick days.
• Eligibility for annual bonus and long-term incentive (if applicable).

Pay

The salary range for this role is $131,400.00 - $206,800.00. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business needs.

VISA sponsorship is available for this role. Travel requirements are approximately 10%.