Medicinal Chemist | Arzneimittelchemiker (m/w/d)

Herrmann Personaldienste GmbH

Wuppertal, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 23, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This senior role seeks a highly experienced Medicinal Chemist to support a globally leading pharmaceutical corporation in Early Drug Discovery Services. The professional will be central to implementing SAR/SPR strategies, compound design, and data-driven decision processes, guiding projects from hit identification through to preclinical candidate (PCC) selection. Daily activities involve integrating cross-functional research, collaborating with interdisciplinary and international teams, and scientifically evaluating projects, particularly in Cardiovascular, Oncology, and Immunology therapeutic areas. Key requirements include a Ph.D. in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry and a minimum of 15 years of relevant industry experience. The role demands strong expertise in Drug Design, data integration, and project control, along with excellent analytical and communication skills. This permanent position offers attractive compensation, a 37.5-hour work week, and the chance to contribute strategically to a major DAX 40 company while working independently from a home office base with occasional travel.

Required Skills

Education

Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry

Experience

  • Minimum 15 years in Early Drug Discovery Services (from Hit Identification to Preclinical Candidate - PCC)
  • Professional experience in Drug Design, SAR/SPR, Data Integration, and Project Control
  • Experience with drug development projects in Cardiovascular, Oncology, or Immunology

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Mandatory work permit for Germany; Willingness to travel occasionally to European or US locations; Ability to work independently (Home Office environment).