Organic Chemist NeoVac Biotech Didcot

NeoVac is a clinical-stage company building a new ground-breaking LNP platform to deliver better mRNA vaccines and treatments for various diseases. At NeoVac, we envision a world where mRNA vaccines and treatments are available to everyone and everywhere. We are applying science and technology to address some of the most serious conditions affecting humanity, including increasing antibiotic resistance, cancer, and viral illnesses. We aspire to be the leading life science company in this field.

We are looking for a highly motivated organic chemist with a background in synthetic organic / lipid chemistry to join our chemistry team in Milton Park, Oxfordshire, UK. The successful candidate will be part of the chemistry team and synthesize lipids as it relates to NeoVac’s novel Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Designing and synthesis of lipid molecules independently.
• Designing, implementing, and managing high standards of laboratory safety.
• Research relevant scientific literature and chemical databases.
• Reporting and presenting R&D discoveries.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Ph.D. in organic chemistry or chemical biology; or M.S. with 1-3 years of relevant R&D experience.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as NMR, LC-MS, HPLC etc.
• Solid knowledge in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Lipid synthesis & characterization would be beneficial.

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• EAP
• 24/7 Virtual Doctor

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice, as per ever-changing business needs.