At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.
Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)
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Independently designs synthetic routes, understand medicinal chemistry concepts, and interpret biological data to generate testable hypotheses
Practice state-of-art organic synthesis techniques to synthesize, purify, and isolate novel compounds for testing in both in vitro and in vivo assays
Designs, plans and conducts synthesis of intermediates and analog libraries as well communicates results to the project or program team
Plays key role, and may lead, in the rapid optimization of lead molecules utilizing modern technology available to medicinal chemists such as automated synthesis and purification
Recommends continuous improvements of the lead optimization process as well as the expeditious identification of development compounds
Other duties as assigned
BS/BA degree in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or related field and 8+ years of experience in the industry, demonstrating success in utilizing -parallel synthesis, lab automation, and purification—to optimize lead compounds is preferred OR
Master's degree in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or related field and 5+ years’ experience in the industry OR
PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or equivalent and 3+ experience in the industry
Skilled in the art of organic synthesis and familiar with modern synthetic methods
Demonstrated success in producing results, executing on synthetic routes to target molecules, analytical data interpretation, and troubleshooting reactions/purifications
Increasingly independent ability to design synthetic routes, understand medicinal chemistry concepts, and interpret biological data such that s/he is able to generate testable hypotheses
Good communication skills and a naturally collaborative style are necessary for effective drug discovery team participation
Skilled in multi-step synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds
Expertise with HPLC, NMR, MS instrumentation
Proficient with SciFinder, Chemdraw, and other chemistry-related software
Strong knowledge of the fundamentals of Medicinal Chemistry and analog design
Demonstrates solid level of understanding project / group goals and methods
Consistently recognizes anomalous and inconsistent results and interprets experimental outcomes
Able to explain the process behind the data and implications of the results
Strong knowledge of one or more scientific disciplines, becoming expert in one discipline
Strong knowledge of scientific principles, methods and techniques
Strong knowledge and demonstrated ability working with a variety of laboratory equipment/tools
Ability to work as part of a team; may train lower levels
Excellent computer skills
Strong communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking skills
Detail oriented yet can see broader picture of scientific impact on team
Ability to meet multiple deadlines, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
Strong project management skills
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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.
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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $110,800.00-$151,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 20% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.