Principal Scientist - Medicinal Chemistry

at  Organon

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

• PhD in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field with 5+ years of relevant work experience in pharma industry
• Proven excellence from pharma industry working as a medicinal chemist or in similar positions in multidisciplinary teams
• Experienced in discovery phases from hit finding to non-clinical candidate nomination
• Experienced in target idea evaluation and validation
• Proven track record of publications including patent inventorships
• Deep knowledge of modern synthetic chemistry, NMR, chromatography, common purification techniques, and structure elucidation of organic molecules
• Excellent computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications
• Demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work
• Ability to work under deadlines
• Self-driven and strong organizational, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills in Finnish and English
• Ability to work effectively with other scientists (chemists, biologists, pharmacologists, etc.) in complex research projects

WHO WE ARE:

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants.
A current position is open at Organon R&D Finland, a subsidiary of Organon. This drug discovery and development company is dedicated to pioneering new therapies in women’s health. The company employs a team of professionals whose expertise spans various domains within the pharmaceutical industry. The team operates out of facilities located in Turku and Oulu.

WHO WE ARE:

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: ORGANON EMPLOYEES MUST BE ABLE TO SATISFY ALL APPLICABLE TRAVEL AND CREDENTIALING REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING ASSOCIATED VACCINATION PREREQUISITES

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Organon R&D Finland is looking for a Principal Scientist to join the Medicinal Chemistry team. The purpose of the role of a Principal Scientist is to contribute medicinal chemistry expertise to all drug discovery phases, from target identification to non-clinical candidate selection, and support company’s drug development projects. The primary activities include but are not limited to the following:

• Run medicinal chemistry projects, from hit finding to non-clinical candidate selection
• Contribute to new drug target ideation, evaluation and validation.
• Design and optimize novel small molecules as potential drug candidates for efficacy, safety and DMPK properties
• Manage activities at discovery CROs and other collaboration organizations
• Contribute to execution and planning of priorities and timelines to meet project objectives
• Liaise with both internal cross-functional teams and outsourced partners in academia and in CRO’s within program settings
• Participate in synthesis planning and contribute to scale-up and route scouting activities
• Prepare reports, presentations and proposals to support new and ongoing programs
• Follow literature and patents