Senior Research Scientist - Synthetic/Medicinal Chemist

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We are looking to temporarily hire a Senior Research Scientist with focus on Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry, in the area of Respiratory, Inflammation & Autoimmunity within AZ 's Innovative Medicine Unit (RIA IMED).

You will get the opportunity to join a highly collaborative discovery team leveraging innovative Medicinal Chemistry in the Respiratory therapeutic area to invent novel medicines.

You will act as role model by leading the science from the bench through synthesis, purification and characterization of lead molecules from target validation to lead optimization phase. You will ensure uptake of novel scientific developments in the area of synthetic organic chemistry into AstraZeneca Medicinal Chemistry teams and projects. You will influence compound design by highlighting opportunities created by recent progress in synthetic Organic Chemistry. You have the ability to share findings and identify publication opportunities.

We are looking for you who has a strong scientific background in Organic / Medicinal Chemistry with excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to engage and collaborate across boundaries with a problem-solving attitude and delivery focus.



Major Duties and Responsibilities

* Provide state-of-the-art Synthetic Organic Chemistry to projects at all stages of drug discovery delivering high quality drug molecules and tool compounds
* Apply synthetic chemistry with a parallel idea generation mindset, efficiently troubleshoot problems and maintain a clear focus and impact on project progression
* Provide a significant level of expertise in synthetic chemistry methodology, purification and analytical sciences to efficiently deliver high quality compounds within agreed timelines
* Collaborate with the chemistry team in the development, planning and prioritization of route design and proactively mitigate potential issues
* Provide quality input into compound design depending on project need
* Follow safety requirements and all AZ corporate responsibility policies
* Drive RIA IMED 's scientific reputation by identifying and contributing to publication opportunities internally, across AZ and/or together with external partners



Essential Requirements

* PhD (or equivalent experience) in synthetic Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry or Biochemistry; professional experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry is a plus
* In-depth scientific knowledge in the area of modern synthetic chemistry
* Up-to-date with the application of modern purification and analytical techniques
* A proven track record of delivery from own experimental work
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* Knowledge of the pharmaceutical drug discovery and development process



AstraZeneca is one of the world's most exciting biopharmaceutical companies. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, we're on a mission to turn ideas into life-changing medicines that improve patients' lives and benefit society. We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients around the world. This Chemistry team is focused on driving discovery research to deliver world-class medicines with an emphasis on small to large sized synthetically accessible molecules. The team operates in a cross-disciplinary environment in close collaboration with scientists from the Chemistry, Bioscience, DMPK and Pharmaceutical Science departments to advance the RIA project pipeline.



If you are interested, apply now!

For more information about the position please contact Annika Wellner, Medicinal Chemistry, at +46725827071.

Welcome with your application no later than May 24th, 2018.



AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious diseases. In addition to being one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, AstraZeneca is proud to provide a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and cross-boundary collaboration. The Respiratory, Inflammation & Autoimmunity (RIA) unit is one of AstraZeneca 's core therapy areas focused on the discovery and development of novel treatments for respiratory diseases.

Varaktighet, arbetstid
Heltid Temporary

Publiceringsdatum
2018-05-09

Ersättning
Not Specified

Så ansöker du
Sista dag att ansöka är 2018-05-23
Ange följande referens när du ansöker: R-027744
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Kontakt
AstraZeneca karin.lyckemalm@astrazeneca.com

Företag
AstraZeneca

Adress
AstraZeneca
43183
43183 1480

Kontorsadress
Pepparredsleden 1

Jobbnummer
4137002

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