At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead drug discovery projects and optimise compounds in a collaborative lab environment.
- Company: The Francis Crick Institute, a leader in innovative cancer research.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in cancer treatment through cutting-edge medicinal chemistry.
- Qualifications: Experience in medicinal chemistry and strong collaboration skills.
The predicted salary is between 61200 - 74800 £ per year.
The Francis Crick Institute is recruiting a Senior Medicinal Chemist to lead the medicinal chemistry for a high-priority drug discovery programme within the ALT project. You will drive design, optimisation and progression of compounds toward candidate quality, working closely with biology, pharmacology, DMPK and computational teams.
You will balance internal research with external CRO management, contributing hands-on lab work when needed in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Senior Medicinal Chemist: ALT Cancer Drug Discovery Lead employer: Francis Crick Institute
The Francis Crick Institute offers an exceptional environment for postdoctoral fellows, combining cutting-edge research with a strong commitment to mentorship and professional development. Located in London, the DiFrisco Lab fosters a collaborative and intellectually stimulating culture, providing access to high-performance computing, generous research funding, and opportunities for training that empower employees to grow their careers in theoretical biology and beyond.
