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Description of unit   
Medicinal Chemistry supports all Orion’s drug discovery programs. Our key responsibilities include structure design, synthesis design and organic synthesis. A Computer-Aided Drug Design group is included in the department.

In order to maintain our capabilities in Medicinal Chemistry we are now searching for new scientist. We have open vacancy for one permanent position.

Description of position
An eligible applicant will have knowledge in organic synthetic chemistry and medicinal chemistry. The major responsibilities include structure design (SAR, SPR), synthesis route design and synthesis, purification and characterisation of new chemical entities. The individual will collaborate closely with broad group of scientists including medicinal chemists, modellers, pharmacologists and biologists.

Requirements   
- Preferably Ph.D. or post graduate studies in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry
- Any industrial experience will be considered as benefit
- Experience in synthesis planning and execution
- Experience in structure design of new chemical entities

We expect from all scientists the ability to work both independently and in a multidisciplinary team of medicinal chemists, modellers, pharmacologists, biologists and external collaborators. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are a must.

The chosen person requires an approved health examination, which also includes drug testing.

We offer
We offer dynamic work, modern facilities and good possibilities for personal development as an expert in multidisciplinary teams in pharmaceutical industry.
Additional information on the position:   Sirpa Rasku, tel. +358 50 966 2603 (available 31st July and 4th August) and Leena Otsomaa, tel. +358 50 966 4315 (available 4th August)
Location: Espoo

Apply here: https://express.candarine.com/campaign/url/forward/add60cad087a