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- Integrate medicinal chemistry with the analytical, scale-up and automation functions within chemistry to support Boston drug discovery projects
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Senior Director Medicinal Chemistry - Boston, United States - Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Description
Job DescriptionGeneral Summary:
We are seeking an accomplished and innovative scientist to lead a drug discovery team within the medicinal chemistry group at the Boston research site.
This individual will lead, motivate, and develop a team of approximately 10-15 highly skilled PhD/MS/BS chemists through early hit discovery, lead optimization, and drug candidate identification.
The leader will have deep experience in small molecule drug discovery and drive the application of cutting-edge molecular design, chemical biology, synthesis, and purification approaches to discover quality drug candidates that can become transformative medicines for serious diseases.
This leader also ensure chemical technologies are driving scientific excellence and delivery while fostering innovation in chemical synthesis and design.
This position will report directly to the Head of Chemistry for Boston Research and be a member of the Boston Research extended leadership team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Knowledge and Skills:
Education and Experience:
In this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
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Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
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