Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Plan and execute chemical syntheses of novel drug molecules (including LMW and bRo5) aided by in silico tools and facilitated by state-of-the-art synthetic methodologies and technologies (automation, miniaturization).
• Experiment in a first-class laboratory infrastructure and evaluate and deploy novel synthetic technologies to progress projects.
• Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary project team and integrate experimental data to develop scientific hypotheses and prioritize novel molecules for synthesis to answer key project questions.
• Intellectual contribution to the success of project(s) e.g. design of novel compounds and synthesis routes as well as application of data analysis and digital tools.
• Support and coach other team members by sharing your know-how and experience.
• Discuss and communicate scientific results at project/group meetings.
• Take over responsibilities to maintain the highest levels of laboratory safety and infrastructure.

Minimum Requirements What you will bring to the role:

• Degree from a University or Fachhochschule (BSc, MSc or Diplom) with a strong focus on synthetic organic chemistry, or education as Lab Technician / Chemielaborant (or equivalent apprenticeship) with significant further chemistry training.
• At least 7 years of drug discovery experience with excellent theoretical and practical knowledge in synthetic organic and medicinal chemistry.
• A strong passion for hands-on chemistry experimentation in the laboratory.
• Ability to critically interpret results, build new experimental hypotheses, take calculated risks and make smart decisions.
• Interest in disruptive technologies and science trends, such as data science and automation/miniaturization, and their application to drug discovery.
• Experience in overseeing synthesis conducted at Contract Research Organizations (CROs) is viewed as an advantage.
• Experience with molecules in the bRo5 chemical space such as peptides or siRNA is not a requirement but is viewed favorably.
• A mind-set of curiosity, creativity, collaboration and openness to diverse thinking, with an enthusiasm to develop yourself and others, along with having excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Aptitude to work in a fast-paced team-oriented matrix environment to collaborate within a highly dynamic team.