Medicinal Chemist​/Scientist – Drug Discovery

Position: Medicinal Chemist / Scientist – Drug Discovery
Job Description
Position:  Medicinal Chemist / Scientist – Drug Discovery

Location:

Vapi, Gujarat
Company:  Nuvo Labs Pvt. Ltd. (Meril Group)

Role Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated  Medicinal Chemist / Scientist  to support our  drug discovery and development programs . The candidate will contribute to the design, synthesis, and optimization of novel small molecules, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to advance therapeutic candidates from early discovery to lead optimization.

Key Responsibilities
Molecule Design & Synthesis
Design, synthesize, purify, and characterize  novel small molecules  using modern organic chemistry techniques.
Utilize analytical tools such as  NMR, HPLC, and Mass Spectrometry (MS)  for compound characterization and quality assessment.
Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR) Studies
Conduct  SAR studies  to optimize drug potency, selectivity, and overall pharmacological properties.
Improve  pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacodynamic (PD)  profiles while minimizing potential side effects.
Data Analysis & Strategy Development
Analyze experimental data to guide medicinal chemistry strategies from  hit identification to lead optimization .
Propose new compound designs based on biological results, structure-activity relationships, and computational insights.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate closely with  biologists, pharmacologists, and computational chemists  on multidisciplinary drug discovery projects.
Contribute to integrated project teams to accelerate candidate progression.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain detailed and accurate  experimental records  in compliance with scientific and regulatory standards.
Prepare scientific reports and presentations for internal project reviews and external conferences.
Scientific Innovation
Stay up to date with the latest  scientific literature, technologies, and methodologies  in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery.
Apply innovative approaches to improve efficiency and success in therapeutic development.
Required Skills
Strong expertise in  organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry .

Experience with analytical techniques such as  NMR, HPLC, LC-MS, and purification techniques .
Understanding of  drug discovery processes, SAR, and lead optimization .
Knowledge of  PK/PD principles and drug design strategies .
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively in  cross-functional scientific teams .
Qualification
PhD / M.Sc. in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or related field  from a reputed institute.
Experience
2–6 years of relevant experience  in medicinal chemistry or small molecule drug discovery (industry or reputed research institute preferred).