Director Medicinal Chemistry (gn) - For German Resident Only

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Your mission

We are looking for a highly skilled and innovative Director Medicinal Chemistry to join our drug discovery team at Proteros Biostructures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in organic chemistry, drug design, and molecular modeling, with a track record and passion for discovering and optimizing new therapeutic compounds. The Director Medicinal Chemistry will play a critical role in the early stages of drug discovery, working closely with biologists, enabling technology experts, and other chemists to design molecules that have the potential to become safe and effective medications. Primary responsibilities will include designing and planning of synthesis of novel chemical entities, analyzing structure‑activity relationships (SAR), and optimizing lead compounds for potency, selectivity, and pharmacokinetic properties. Close collaboration with customers and internal Proteros teams and excellent communication are key for the successful candidate.

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Responsibilities

Design and synthesize novel small molecules for drug discovery
Analyze structure-activity relationships (SAR) to optimize hit and lead compounds
Guide tailored screening library design for small molecule hit generation campaigns
Develop and improve synthetic routes for target molecules through external partners
Collaborate with cross‑functional Proteros teams and its customers
Leading project planning and decision‑making processes
Present research findings to internal teams and external customers
Stay current with scientific literature and emerging technologies

Your profile

Ph. xfmxmju D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or related field
10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry
Drug Discovery project leadership experience with a track record for delivery of drug candidates
Strong knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry
Familiarity with molecular modeling and cheminformatics tools
Excellent problem‑solving and critical thinking skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills

Why us?

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
An innovative field of work in an exciting industry
A long‑term, responsible position in a healthy, growing, and future‑oriented company
Comprehensive onboarding to prepare you optimally for your area of responsibility
Multicultural teams and an open corporate culture
A competitive salary