Senior Scientist Chemistry (phd)

Acerta Pharma

Oss, Netherlands
Onsite until early 2027, then hybrid (oss to amsterdam umc campus).
Organic chemistry
Medicinal chemistry
Synthetic routes
Acerta Pharma is seeking a Senior Scientist in Chemistry with a PhD in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry and experience in the pharmaceutical industry or postdoctoral research. This role emphasizes the design and optimization of small molecules for haematological cancers and involves collaboration with colleagues from AstraZeneca

Job Summary

  • As a Senior Scientist Chemistry you will help to build our small molecule project portfolio in haematological oncology.
  • We have instrumentation in place for advanced organic synthesis like electrochemistry, photochemistry, and flow chemistry.
  • A dynamic, innovative, international working environment, where you can be part of the development of new medicines that can make a difference to patients' lives.

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Acerta Pharma is seeking a Senior Scientist in Chemistry with a PhD in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry and experience in the pharmaceutical industry or postdoctoral research. This role emphasizes the design and optimization of small molecules for haematological cancers and involves collaboration with colleagues from AstraZeneca.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • organic chemistry
  • medicinal chemistry
  • synthetic routes
  • small molecule modalities
  • hit identification
  • lead optimisation

Nice-to-have

  • creativity and troubleshooting mentality
  • apply new technologies
  • proactive and collaborative approach
  • scientific publications

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Organic/Medicinal Chemistry
  • Master program in Chemistry
  • working experience in pharmaceutical industry
  • post doc in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry
  • fluent in English

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