Research Fellow, Medicinal Chemistry
Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Oxford, UK
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Role summary
Vertex Pharmaceuticals seeks a senior medicinal chemist to lead small molecule drug design efforts and drive innovation across their project portfolio. The role emphasizes scientific leadership, mentorship, and integration of advanced AI methodologies in medicinal chemistry.
What they're looking for
- Ph.D. in chemistry or related science with postdoctoral experience, or equivalent advanced degree with relevant employment history
- Demonstrated intellectual and/or technological leadership in chemistry
- Deep understanding of small molecule drug discovery processes
- Expertise in molecular design with strong scientific judgment and methodology
- Knowledge of AI methodologies applied to drug discovery
- Experience with data integrity standards and scientific communications
What you'll be doing
- Lead molecular design efforts for small molecule targets across projects
- Drive best practice standards in medicinal chemistry across the portfolio
- Apply cutting-edge AI methodologies to medicinal chemistry challenges
- Mentor and develop employees in medicinal chemistry discipline
- Coordinate publication and patent submissions for scientific work
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