C H E M P L O Y M E N T A B S T R A C T S - NOVEMBER 2006
Position Title
Ink Chemist - Requisition # 966999
Job Description
This position will be located in San Diego, CA.
Development of colorants and ink formulations that provide industry-leading advantages for HP's inkjet products. Interaction with external suppliers in pursuit of colorants or other technology for use by HP. Communication of your work at appropriate forums include. staff meetings and reviews. Travel, as needed, to partner media and printer divisions, external suppliers, and conferences/ trade-shows. Take an active role in patent generation. Research and identify causes of formulation, design or technical problems. Analysis and evaluation of new materials and formulations to ensure meeting of regulatory and HP quality standards.
Description of Company
HP is the world leader in ink jet printing. We invent new technologies and innovative information products. Change markets. Create business opportunities. We also help to plan and broaden company strategy, and deliver the science and technology that achieves it. And that gives HP leadership. We're focused on e-servicesÉtechnologies and solutions. On internet and computing platforms, printing and imaging technologies, storage and intelligent information appliances, and we're chasing down broader alternative technologies and basic research.
Application Instructions
Please apply on-line at www.hp.com/go/jobs and use the keyword 966999
Position Title:
Senior Process Chemist
Job Description:
¥ Independent design of efficient synthetic routes for scale-up.
¥ Independent development and optimization of scaleable cost-effective processes for small molecule
new drug candidates based on a sound mechanistic understanding of reactions and processes.
¥ Working with analytical chemists to develop appropriate analytical methods for in-process assays and
final product characterization and analyses.
¥ Perform scale-up activities to prepare multigram to kilogram quantities of new drug candidates in the
laboratory and in 10- to 50-L reactors to support clinical candidate selection and pre-clinical
development.
¥ Design and synthesis of new drug candidate impurity and metabolite standards to support pre-clinical
and clinical development.
¥ Technical transfer of scaleable processes to collaborating partners or custom manufacturing organizations, including assistance in trouble-shooting if necessary.
¥ Documentation and reporting of results such as process descriptions, batch records, development
reports, presentations, patent applications, and publications.
Education
Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry
5 years industrial experience
Description of Company:
Anadys Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing patient care by discovering, developing and commercializing novel small molecule medicines for the treatment of hepatitis, other serious infections, and cancer.
Application Instructions:
Please apply through our website http://www.anadyspharma.com.
CHEMPLOYMENT 594
Position Title
Synthetic/Medicinal Chemist
Job Description
The successful candidate will design and synthesize of biologically interesting molecules in support of hit to lead and lead optimization projects. Key requirements include a Ph.D. in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry plus 2 to 8 years of additional synthetic or medicinal chemistry experience. Expertise in multistep organic synthesis is essential; including modern methods of compound characterization, thorough record-keeping practices, and excellent written and verbal communication skills is essential. Medicinal chemistry experience in an industrial environment, ideally including parallel/small library synthesis, is a plus.
Description of Company
We invite you to visit our website at www.biofocusdpi.com to learn more about our company.
Application Instructions
If you have the right qualifications for this job please send your CV and reference job code (SD 002) to:
HR Department
Email: jobs_us@glpg.com
CHEMPLOYMENT 595
Position Title
Research Scientist (Contract)
Job Description:
We seek a synthetic chemist
to support our top priority drug discovery projects. Primary
responsibilities
will include:
¥ Independent synthesis, purification and characterization of both parallel synthesis libraries of
compounds as well as multi-step serial synthesis compound projects.
¥ Detailed routine documentation and periodic formal presentation of all work.
¥ Regular performance of literature and compound database searches to support projects
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Synthetic Chemistry with 8+ yrs. experience or Master's degree with 5+ yrs. relevant industrial experience or PhD with 2-5 yrs. relevant industrial or academic research experience in synthetic chemistry
Experience:
Proven
ability to independently set
up, execute and monitor a variety of synthetic reactions in both a
serial and
parallel format. Experience in all types of purification and
characterization
techniques. Excellent understanding of all aspects of modern multi-step
synthetic chemistry methods and analytical techniques. Experience with
automated LC/MS or preparative HPLC instrumentation is highly desirable.
Description of Company
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. is leading the way in small molecule drug discovery. By pioneering new, innovative, faster approaches to drug discovery with a focus on chemo-genomics, our goal is to set the standard for pharmaceutical research and development in the 21st Century. Our HIV protease inhibitor, Agenerase, is currently marketed in partnership with GlaxoSmithKline, and we have a broad array of promising drug candidates expected to launch in the coming years. It's a pipeline packed with huge potential, and it's only at Vertex.
Application Instructions
Email your resume and cover letter to hr@sd.vrtx.com and reference Research Scientist (Contract)
Fax to 858-404-6720 EOE
CHEMPLOYMENT 596
Product Representative
Job Description
Making product demonstrations and presentations to
clients
in the pharmaceutical and biotechnolgy industries about the H-Cube desk
top
hydrogenator. Product installations and service.
The position is based in Budapest, Hungary.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED
Education
MSc or PhD Chemist with outgoing personality, fluent in English.
Experience
Industrial experience is preferred.
Description of Company
Thales Nano specializes in the design and manufacture of microfluidic based chemical reactors. Thales Nano creates instruments that meet the needs of chemists and move the boundaries of chemical synthesis in new directions. Its H-Cube hydrogenator has been enthusiastically received and is used by 9 of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies in the world. The H-Cube received the R&D 100 Award in 2005.
Application Instructions
For more information contact:
Alex Drijver
CEO
Thales Nanotechnology
alex.drijver@thalesnano.com
Research Associate, Chemistry
Temporary Assignment
We currently have a temporary 6-month assignment for an enthusiastic individual. The successful candidate will perform small molecule organic synthesis on the milligram to multi-gram scale and conduct literature and lab research to support research efforts. As part of a team, you will evaluate new procedures and techniques to improve scientific approaches.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED
An ideal candidate will have a BS in Chemistry and 2-3 years experience or an MS in Chemistry and 1 year of experience. Must have experience in synthetic organic chemistry and reverse phase HPLC experience. We prefer experience from a biotech, pharmaceutical or drug discovery environment. Candidate should be detail oriented, flexible, and a team player with strong communication skills.
Description of Company
ActivX Biosciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers and develops small molecule drugs for major unmet medical needs. ActivX uses its unique technology to discover novel disease mechanisms and to optimize drugs that impact these diseases. ActivX is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kyorin Pharmaceutical Ltd.
Application Instructions
Please email your resume to hr@activx.com
Refer to job code: 51KS
Contact
ActivX Biosciences, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
11025 N. Torrey Pines Road, Suite 120
La Jolla, CA 92037
FAX: (858) 587-4878
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Position Title
Scientist/Sr. Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry (MC-393)
Job Description
We have a several opportunities for highly motivated individuals who will participate in a multi-disciplinary environment within the medicinal chemistry group.
The successful candidate will design and synthesize lead molecules and analyze SAR/pharmacokinetic data to advance the programs. Responsibilities will include devising synthetic routes for discovery/optimization libraries and synthesizing target molecules to support pre-clinical programs. The candidate will be expected to conduct and write literature reviews for projects and publish contributions in scientific journals and patents as appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED
Education
The candidate must have Ph.D. in synthetic organic chemistry or closely related discipline and three plus (3+) years of related post-doctoral or industrial experience in medicinal chemistry/organic synthesis. Prior experience with structure and pharmacophore based drug design and familiarity with design of lead molecules and their modification as a result of assay and ADMET data is a plus. Experience in synthesis of kinase inhibitors is highly desirable. Experience managing research projects and strong supervisory skills as well as the ability to act as a team player are necessary. Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong computer skills are essential.
Description of Company
Ambit Biosciences is engaged in the discovery and development of small-molecule kinase inhibitors for the treatment of cancer. With more than 500 distinct kinases identified and over 30 kinase inhibitors in clinical trials or FDA approved, this important class of proteins is a rich area for therapeutic drug development.
Application Instructions
Please apply online at www.ambitbio.com
or directly send CV to careers@ambitbio.com.
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