Elanco
Senior Research Scientist - Medicinal Chemist
Indianapolis, IN · Senior
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 29 days ago
Machine LearningPharmacologyResearchExperimental DesignAnimal Studies
About the role
- Senior Research Scientist - Medicinal Chemist
- You will apply your expertise to advance therapeutic programs by guiding Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR) studies and collaborating closely with a global, cross-functional team of scientists.
- Leveraging modern technologies like AI/ML and DNA-Encoded Libraries, you will help solve complex chemical challenges and make a meaningful impact on our discovery portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Guide the design of novel small molecules and propel Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR) studies by integrating biological, pharmacological, and ADME/PK data into iterative design strategies.
- Manage and coordinate the synthesis, purification, and characterization of compounds with external Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and internal partners to ensure timely project delivery.
- Apply advanced drug discovery technologies, including DNA-Encoded Libraries (DEL) and AI/ML-enabled molecular design tools, to accelerate hit identification and lead optimization.
- Collaborate as a key member of multidisciplinary project teams, partnering with scientists in Biology, Pharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, and Computational Sciences to advance discovery programs.
- Maintain high standards of experimental design, data integrity, and scientific documentation to support data-driven judgments across the discovery portfolio.
- Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills.
Requirements
- What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Skills
- What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
- Postdoctoral experience.
- A track record of contributing to small-molecule programs that have advanced into preclinical development.
- Prior experience in the animal health industry.
- Expertise in peptide chemistry and optimization.
Compensation
- Annual bonus offering
Benefits
- Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
- 8-week parental leave
- Annual bonus offering
- Flexible work arrangements
- Education: PhD in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related discipline.
Company info
- At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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