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Job Description
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Job Summary
Experienced medicinal chemist who is seeking to lead and contribute to the drug discovery portfolio in the Protein Homeostasis Thematic Research Center in our San Diego Discovery Chemistry group.
We are seeking a talented and highly motivated individual with a strong background in medicinal chemistry to join our Global Discovery Chemistry, Therapeutic Discovery Sciences team in San Diego. The successful candidate will contribute and lead a team of scientists that engage in rational design of new agents for the potential treatment of diverse oncology indications. The individual will apply modern drug design principles to solve medicinal chemistry problems relevant to the Protein Homeostasis Thematic Research Center project portfolio in collaboration with a broad group of scientists.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end medicinal chemistry programs from discovery through IND, driving strategy, execution, and delivery of high-impact oncology assets
Design and advance novel compounds using state-of-the-art drug design approaches, integrating structural biology, ADME, and computational insights
Partner across multidisciplinary teams to accelerate decision-making, shape portfolio strategy, and deliver transformative therapeutics
Build, mentor, and lead high-performing scientific teams, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and scientific excellence within and outside direct reporting lines
Clearly articulate program strategy, data, opportunities, and risks to senior leadership and key stakeholders
As a member of the San Diego Chemistry Leadership team, drive the scientific, strategic, and operational direction of the San Diego medicinal chemistry organization, including portfolio prioritization, resource allocation, talent development, and representation in senior leadership decision-making
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Basic qualifications
Ph.D. in synthetic organic chemistry with 8+ years pharmaceutical medicinal chemistry industrial experience
M.S. in synthetic organic chemistry with 12+ years pharmaceutical medicinal chemistry industrial experience
B.S. in synthetic organic chemistry with 15+ years pharmaceutical medicinal chemistry industrial experience
6+ years of program leadership experience in all drug discovery phases from program initiation to development candidate identification
Excellent communication skills, including the presentation of strategy, key data, issues and accomplishments to other members of the organization.
Experience in the field of protein degradation or induced proximity a plus
Preferred qualifications
Ph.D. in synthetic organic chemistry with 12+ years pharmaceutical medicinal chemistry industrial experience
6+ years of program leadership experience in all drug discovery phases
Chemistry group leadership of 5+ team members as direct and indirect reports
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Compensation Overview
San Diego - CA - US: $231,630 - $280,675
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Compensation Overview
Field - United States - US: $134,390 - $162,843