Senior Scientist, Chemistry

We are seeking creative chemists for positions within the Discovery Chemistry Department. The successful candidate will join multidisciplinary, highly collaborative discovery teams to invent novel medicines by applying innovative synthetic chemistry, analytical techniques, and data analysis to design and synthesize drug candidates and intermediates. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills through collaborations with talented and dedicated colleagues while advancing your career.

• Act as an expert in the laboratory, executing on program and chemistry strategy.
• Develop and utilize innovative synthetic, medicinal chemistry, and/or chemical biology problem‑solving skills coupled with analysis of data sets to build structure‑activity relationships.
• Design, synthesize, purify, and characterize drug candidates and/or chemical probes in target identification and validation, hit‑to‑lead, and lead optimization programs.
• Provide scientific mentoring and technical training of team members.
• Establish a substantial external scientific presence, including authoring significant scientific publications and presentations.

• B.S. in chemistry, chemical biology, medicinal chemistry, or a related scientific discipline with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience.
• M.S. in related fields with a minimum of four (4) years of experience.
• Ph.D. in related fields (to be received by Summer 2026).
• Prior experience in methodology/catalysis, total synthesis, chemical biology, bioconjugate chemistry, peptide synthesis, and/or physical organic chemistry.
• Ability to solve complex problems and strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills.

• Adaptability
• Chemical Synthesis
• Chromatography
• Collaborative Communications
• Creative Thinking
• Data‑Driven Decision Making
• Motivation Management
• Organic Chemistry
• Organic Synthesis
• Peptide Synthesis
• Spectroscopy
• Technical Training

• None specified.

San Francisco Residents Only:
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los Angeles Residents Only:
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

The salary range for this role is $ – $. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, healthcare, and other insurance benefits for employee and family, retirement benefits (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.