Organic Chemist, Drug Discovery

Job Description

Job Description

Our Mission

Founded by Larry Ellison and David B. Agus, MD, the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) works to develop and deploy advanced technology in pursuit of solving some of humanity’s most challenging and enduring problems.

Guided by world leaders, scientists, and entrepreneurs, EIT seeks to accelerate innovation by driving scientific and technological advancements across four humane endeavors : medical sciences and healthcare, food security and sustainable agriculture, clean energy and climate change, and government policy and economics.

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Job Summary

The Ellison Institute of Technology is seeking a talented and passionate Organic Chemist, Drug Discovery to join its team.

As part of EIT, the primary purpose of this position is to advance and diversify EIT's therapeutic portfolio by leveraging specialized chemistry expertise in drug discovery and development.

This role will collaborate closely with Contract Research Organizations (CROs) to develop and implement synthesis and toxicology protocols, engage in novel drug discovery projects, and integrate AI-driven methodologies to enhance the efficiency and innovation of our drug development processes.

Job Accountabilities :

• Collaboration with CROs : Work closely with Contract Research Organizations (CROs) to develop and implement protocols for synthesis and toxicology testing, ensuring that all drug development activities meet high standards of quality and compliance.
• Leverage Computational Methods and Modeling AI-Assisted Virtual Screens : Utilize computational techniques and molecular modeling to refine AI-generated compound libraries, enhancing virtual screening processes and identifying promising candidates for synthesis and further testing.
• Design Novel Compounds : Develop and execute plans for the design, synthesis, and testing of new compounds, including small molecules, RNA, and proteins, to support drug discovery projects.
• Collaborate closely with Cross-Functional Teams to Enable Drug Discovery : Integrate chemistry expertise to enhance the efficiency and innovation of drug discovery processes, contributing to the advancement and diversification of EIT's therapeutic portfolio.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Required Education : Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Organic Chemistry or a closely related field with extended 5-7 years of experience in organic synthesis, with a strong focus on drug discovery and development

Required Field of Expertise : Organic Chemistry

Salary : $74,998-$101,418

For the safety and health of employees, guests, and patients, the Ellison Institute of Technology may mandate vaccination requirements for employment.

The Ellison Institute of Technology's policies are always subject to review and change to ensure they are appropriate under the circumstances.

The Ellison Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that an inclusive, collaborative team environment is just as important to our mission as stethoscopes and microscopes.

We strive to always provide employees a supportive atmosphere, so they feel confident taking creative risks toward innovation.

The Ellison Institute of Technology values emotional intelligence and communication with empathy and respect for others.

We seek to build a diverse group of people who are curious, have a deep sense of responsibility, and the grit needed to achieve excellence.

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