Scientist Medicinal Chemistry | Scientist Medicinal Chemistry (m/f/d)
Bayer AG Pharmaceuticals
Job Summary
As a Scientist in Medicinal Chemistry at Bayer, you will be a key contributor to cross-functional project teams focused on identifying pre-clinical and clinical drug candidates. Your daily responsibilities include designing and synthesizing biologically active compounds for target validation, collaborating with computational chemists on structure-based drug discovery, and utilizing a massive 4.5 million compound library for lead identification. You will perform hands-on synthetic chemistry, document experiments using advanced analytical tools like LC-MS and NMR, and assist in securing intellectual property through patent applications. This role is ideal for a PhD-level chemist who is passionate about pharmaceutical research and eager to integrate AI/ML tools into drug discovery workflows. Bayer offers a highly attractive environment with a competitive salary range of €88,900 to €108,000, hybrid work flexibility, and extensive support for professional development and family life, making it a premier choice for scientists looking to make a global impact on human health.
Required Skills
Education
PhD in synthetic organic chemistry or a related field
Experience
- Professional research experience in organic chemistry or related disciplines
- Demonstrated experience through scientific publications or patent applications
- Experience in medicinal chemistry is preferred
- Experience with modern synthetic methods and chemical research tools
- Experience working in cross-functional and intercultural teams
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to learn German; Location: Berlin, Germany; Readiness to implement AI/ML tools in daily drug discovery tasks.
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