The Director establishes, recommends, and maintains external contacts for West Point DPC, where interaction with the local academic community is an expectation of the role.
Requirements
Education:
Ph.D. in Chemistry or related biopharmaceutical science is required.
Required Skills and Experience:
Five or more years' experience in drug discovery and/or early drug development
Demonstrated ability in leading cross-functional groups
Track record and commitment to employee development/retention
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
An understanding of the interplay between medicinal chemistry SAR, molecule physical properties, and preclinical safety assessment workflows will be critical
Subject matter expertise in Discovery Process Chemistry, Process Chemistry, or Medicinal Chemistry, especially regarding early clinical development is expected
Strength in delivering results on firm deadlines
Demonstrated ability in selection and prioritization of a portfolio of projects
Internationally recognized in pharmaceutical development area with a track record of peer-reviewed publications and external research presentations
Required Skills:
Bioanalytical Analysis, Catalysis (Inactive), Chemical Biology, Creativity, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Data Analysis, Medicinal Chemistry, Mentoring Staff, People Leadership, Peptide Chemistry, Process Chemistry, Professional Networking, Project Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Synthetic Chemistry
Preferred Skills:
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Director, Discovery Process Chemistry, West Point, PA
Job Description
Throughout the drug discovery lifecycle, sustained investment in innovative chemistry can inspire design and enable the synthesis of the best molecules. In this context, the Discovery Process Chemistry (DPC) group works in partnership with Discovery teams to advance programs into uncharted chemical space and subsequently transition lead compounds into development.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to function as the Director of the West Point Discovery Process Chemistry team. The successful candidate is responsible for managing a portfolio of preclinical projects and a team of discovery process chemists at our West Point site. This role will be part of the Discovery Process Chemistry leadership team and contribute to key scientific, strategic, and business decisions facing the function.
Merck · - Pennsylvania - West Point