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Senior Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry, Early Oncology
Location:
Waltham, MA
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Senior Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry, Early Oncology Waltham, MA AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious diseases. But we're more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies.At AZ, we're proud to have an exceptional workplace culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity. AZ is a place where passionate people can immerse themselves in their work and make significant contributions to scientific excellence and medicines - does this describe a place where you would like to work? This Opportunity As a Medicinal Chemist (Senior Scientist) in the Early Oncology group in Waltham, MA you'll play an important role in advancing new oncology drug projects to make a positive impact on patients' lives. This is a hands-on laboratory position within a world leading global medicinal chemistry group with a history of delivery and innovation. At AstraZeneca, we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the upmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing. We continuously forge partnerships that help pursue world-class medicines in new ways, combining our people's exceptional skills with those of people from all over the globe.In addition to our passion for the discovery of innovative new medicines, we understand the importance of flexibility in our work-life environment, and we offer a wide variety of benefits, services and programs that provide our employees the resources they need to pursue not only their work goals but also their life goals. We are dedicated to building strong research teams that embrace the diversity of talents of team members and allow the larger group to grow and learn together to accomplish our collective goal to improve human health. Core Accountabilities: Synthetic/Medicinal chemist supporting oncology drug discovery programs through the design and synthesis of potential drugs.Plan and safely perform experiments, working independently as well as part of a team, propose synthetic routes for new analogs.Produce quality results in an efficient and timely manner.Collect, analyze and interpret project data, recognize aberrant results, and propose explanations including plans for follow-up experiments.Drive improvements to projects and department through sharing standard methodologiesMaintain clear and accurate records of experimental work in lab notebooks.Prepare summaries of work for presentation in reports, patent applications and presentations.Publish work in high quality peer reviewed journals and presents work both externally and internally.Stay up to date with literature in synthetic organic chemistry, advances in medicinal chemistry, and advances in broader modalities that influence oncology research.Act in accordance with all AstraZeneca policies on personnel, safety/health/environment regulations, best laboratory practice, and Code of Conduct. Essential Requirements: PhD/Postdoc in synthetic organic chemistry (0-5 years industry experience) with consistent track record of publications or M.S. in synthetic organic chemist with 5+ years industry experience.Detailed and up-to-date knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry.Experience in route design, problem solving, and synthesis of large, complex molecules.No prior medicinal chemistry experience required.Knowledge and understanding of safe operating practices.Proficient in experimental design and laboratory equipment.Developed understanding of how individual work impacts the project team's objectives and R&D discovery. Behaviors: Leads by example with research integrity and work ethic.Is reliable, showing commitment to team goals and timelines.Shows respect for colleagues and passion for learning. Readily acquires new skills and techniques.Proactively shares expertise and ideas, demonstrates flexibility and open-mindedness.Able to effectively work in a team and to communicate with colleagues at all levels. Is candid and honest in discussions.Has a 'can do' attitude, maintains consistent work level and motivation despite negative results.Ambitious - seeking out improved solutions to challenging problems. About The Site Our Waltham, Massachusetts facility develops life changing small-molecule research in North America, with innovative laboratories at the Gatehouse Park Bio Hub, just west of the city center. Our BioHub facility, is a bold new R&D initiative, which fosters life science discoveries and the exchange of ideas. Here, we play host to some of the most cutting-edge technology and lab spaces, all designed to inspire collaboration and cross-functional science. We believe employees benefit from being challenged and inspired at work. We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration. With a shuttle bus to and from Alewife station, the location provides you the ability to work in the heart of one of the world's most vibrant research centers.Our Waltham site offers a variety of amenities help keep our employees happy and engaged. This includes a fitness center, employee healthcare clinic, electric vehicle charging stations, full-service cafeteria and copy center. This is where you'll find newly-designed, activity-based work spaces to suit a variety of working styles while increasing collaboration between teams and the greater research community.As AstraZeneca continues to put patients at the forefront of our mission, we are excited for our move to Kendall Square/Cambridge in 2026. Find out more information here: Kendall Square Press Release " When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world ." Date Posted 02-Jul-2024 Closing Date 01-Aug-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.
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