Senior Scientist, Organic Chemistry - San Diego, CA

Senior Scientist, Organic Chemistry

Location:

San Diego, CA

Join our dynamic and cutting-edge research program focused on the health and chemical senses. As part of our multi‑disciplinary discovery team, you will collaborate with our global R&D community to explore receptor‑driven discovery of new bioactive ingredients and their industrial applications.

• Leverage expertise in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry to design and synthesize small molecules with optimal properties.
• Partner cross‑functionally with other internal Science and Research domains including Biology, Computational Science, AI, and Machine Learning teams to speed up discovery.
• Work with CROs to maximize the synthesis of libraries and specific compounds.
• Maintain and understanding of relevant cutting‑edge science (e.g. new chemistries & medicinal chemistry techniques and principles) and technology trends (e.g. automation) to propose new creative solutions or ideas to address technology gaps and save cost.
• Analyse and present chemistry and SAR data at internal and external meetings and conferences.
• Draft and submit invention disclosure, publication manuscripts, and lab reports.

• At least 5 years of post‑PhD experience (or equivalent) in organic or medicinal chemistry in an academic, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical environment.
• Knowledge in modern medicinal chemistry and lead optimization techniques, including multi‑parameter bioactivity and physicochemical properties optimization.
• Strong synthetic and analytical chemistry skills with ability to design and implement multi‑step synthesis and characterization of complex molecules.
• Familiarity with molecular modeling and other computational tools useful for speeding up the discovery of bioactive small molecules.
• Great team player and excellent communicator with a strong drive for collaboration, excellence, and impact.
• Ability to innovate and thrive in a multidisciplinary environment.

• Competitive pay:
  Salary $140,000–$170,000, with eligibility for bonuses and incentive pay.
• Retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits.
• Comprehensive total rewards package inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits (subject to eligibility).
• Culture of collaboration, shared wins, and support for growth.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement:
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to making our hiring process fair and inclusive.