Iambic has created a cutting-edge AI-driven platform to tackle the most challenging design problems in drug discovery and address unmet patient need. Backed by Sequoia.
About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Scientist to join our Discovery Chemistry team at Iambic Therapeutics in San Diego, CA. In this role, the ideal candidate will exploit their strong background in organic synthesis, catalysis, and reaction development to design, optimize, and execute high-throughput experiments to drive compound library campaigns.
What they're looking for
- Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry with 0-5 years of industry experience or MS in Organic Chemistry with a minimum of 8 years of industry experience
- Strong command of modern organic synthetic methods
- Direct hands-on experience with High Throughput Chemistry and/or Parallel Synthesis
- Experience with laboratory automation, liquid handling robotics, and automated analytical and purification systems
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and dynamic research environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, must be able to articulate complex scientific concepts, technical challenges, and results clearly and concisely to diverse audiences
More about this role
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Scientist to join our Discovery Chemistry team at Iambic Therapeutics in San Diego, CA. In this role, the ideal candidate will exploit their strong background in organic synthesis, catalysis, and reaction development to design, optimize, and execute high-throughput experiments to drive compound library campaigns. The successful candidate will deliver impact cross-functionally with chemistry, biology, compound management, AI/ML, and software teams across the discovery pipeline, leveraging Iambic's HTE platform to accelerate and strengthen our programs. This position will be based in our San Diego Headquarters.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and execute parallel synthetic methods to generate large, high-quality compound libraries.
Identify, develop, and optimize novel synthetic methodologies with a focus on automation compatibility and HTE scalability.
Apply newly developed synthetic routes from traditional bench-scale chemistry to robust, high-throughput, and automated processes.
Oversee the operation, maintenance, and continuous advancement of our chemistry toolkit and automated synthesis equipment.
Analyze research...
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