Job ID: #9413
Science
Scientist/Sr. Scientist – Medicinal Chemistry
Cambridge, MA

Research & Development
Located in Cambridge, MA
Responsibilities of the Scientist/Sr. Scientist – Medicinal Chemistry:
- Will perform modern chromatographic and analytical techniques like TLC, column chromatography, HPLC, and NMR to purify and characterize organic compounds.
- Design and execute multi-step synthesis to prepare nucleic acid monomers, synthesize modified oligonucleotides, and perform bioconjugation of oligonucleotides to ligands.
- Perform synthesis, purification, and analysis of oligonucleotides including DNA, RNA and modified oligos or peptides.
- Provide clear written and verbal updates to project teams and management.
- Serve as chemistry lead on cross-functional project teams.
Requirements of the Scientist/Sr. Scientist – Medicinal Chemistry:
- Ph.D. in medicinal chemistry or a related discipline, and 0-3 years of relevant experience in industry or academia.
- Experience in nucleoside/oligonucleotide synthesis and purification.
- Experience with bioconjugation methods, including purification, and characterization.
- Oligonucleotide synthesis experience using automated DNA/RNA synthesizers is a plus.
- Demonstrable strong publication and/or patent track record of scientific excellence in the design and synthesis of bioactive compounds.
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