Principal Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry

1 month ago


Edmonton, Canada Meet Recruitment Limited Full time

Our client is a cutting-edge biotechnology company focused on advancing peptide-based therapies for various diseases. Their innovative research and development efforts aim to revolutionize the field of medicinal chemistry, with a particular emphasis on peptide discovery.

They are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Medicinal Chemist to join their Peptide Discovery team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, synthesizing, and optimizing novel peptides for therapeutic applications. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work at the forefront of peptide-based drug development and contribute to the advancement of groundbreaking therapies.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and synthesize novel peptides for drug discovery programs.
  • Conduct structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize peptide leads.
  • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including biochemists, pharmacologists, and computational chemists.
  • Utilize state-of-the-art techniques and technologies in peptide chemistry.
  • Analyze and interpret data, troubleshoot experimental challenges, and propose creative solutions.
  • Stay current with scientific literature and contribute to intellectual property development.

Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in peptide design, synthesis, and optimization for medicinal purposes.
  • Strong background in modern analytical techniques, purification methods, and characterization of peptides.
  • Experience with peptide library design and screening is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of structure-based drug design and computational chemistry tools is a plus.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and state-of-the-art facilities.
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