Remote Medicinal Chemist | Medizinischer Chemiker Remote (m/w/d)

Herrmann Personaldienste GmbH

Leverkusen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Nov 11, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is for an experienced Remote Medicinal Chemist to drive active substance design strategies within the early-stage drug discovery process for a global leader in pharmaceuticals. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and executing design strategies, optimizing lead structures based on SAR/SPR data, ADMET properties, and target selectivity. The chemist will utilize computational design methods, such as Schrödinger Live Design, and integrate chemical data through close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, including Biology, Pharmacology, DMPK, and Patent Law. Key tasks also involve evaluating biological test results, preparing scientific documentation, and coordinating external research partners (CROs). The position offers excellent remote flexibility across Europe or the USA, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects within a leading DAX 40 company, requiring strong project management skills and deep expertise in drug design.

Required Skills

Education

University Degree followed by at least five years of advanced training as a Clinical or Medicinal Chemist, or comparable qualification

Experience

  • At least five years of advanced training as a Clinical or Medicinal Chemist following a university degree, or comparable professional experience
  • Profound knowledge in drug design and implementation of SAR/SPR strategies
  • Experience in drug research, specifically in Cardiovascular Diseases, Oncology, and Immunology
  • Project management capabilities for leading complex projects
  • Experience working with Schrödinger Live Design or willingness to learn the platform
  • Ideal experience with IP analysis and patent searches

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Mandatory work permit for Germany; Remote work possible from Europe or the USA; Occasional travel required to company locations; Permanent contract