Medicinal Chemist Job at ODDITY LABS, Cambridge, MA

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  • ODDITY LABS
  • Cambridge, MA

Job Description

WHO WE ARE  

ODDITY is a consumer tech platform transforming the global beauty and wellness market. We deploy advanced technology, including molecular discovery, synthetic biology, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision to develop exceptional products and deliver consumers a superior experience. Our digital-first brands, IL MAKIAGE and SpoiledChild, are rapidly disrupting the offline-dominated beauty and wellness industries around the world. Brands 3 and 4 will launch next year, replicating the playbook of our existing brands in adjacent spaces to take a step change in our growth and impact. 

ODDITY Labs is our cutting-edge biotechnology R&D center, powering product innovation through the discovery of new molecules that will power game changing products through ODDITY's current and future brands. Our exceptional team is passionate about using biology, chemistry, and technology to disrupt consumers' product expectations and shopping journeys, shifting millions of consumers from offline to online along the way. Our culture is fast-paced, innovative, agile, and offers every team member the opportunity to drive a big impact. 

We are looking for the ideal Medicinal Chemist

The ideal candidate is an innovative and detail-oriented medicinal chemist with a strong background in drug discovery and optimization, particularly in dermatology or wellness-focused therapeutic areas. They are a strategic thinker who excels in designing and synthesizing small molecules, navigating SAR studies, and translating complex data into actionable insights. This individual thrives in fast-paced, results-driven environments, is highly collaborative with cross-functional teams, and possesses a proactive approach to managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Lead Compound Design & Synthesis: Design, and optimize small molecules to target biological pathways relevant to beauty and wellness.
  • Conduct SAR analyses to guide chemical modifications and improve target specificity, efficacy, and safety profiles of lead compounds.
  • Pipeline Advancement: Take projects from HIT validation throughout hit-to-lead and lead optimization stages to preclinical development, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
  • Cutting-Edge Techniques: Apply modern medicinal chemistry techniques, including computational drug design, fragment-based approaches, and high-throughput screening (HTS) integration

WHO YOU ARE:

  • Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related field; exceptional candidates with an M.Sc. and significant industry experience will also be considered.
  • 3+ years of experience in medicinal chemistry, specializing in first-hit identification and hit-to-lead optimization
  • Proven track record of designing and optimizing small molecules with a clear understanding of ADMET properties
  • Proficiency in modern analytical and purification techniques (e.g., NMR, HPLC, MS)
  • Familiarity with computational chemistry tools (e.g., molecular docking, QSAR).
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts to a diverse audience



WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • This position will consider and sponsor candidates on a visa (OPT, STEM OPT, H1B, TN).
  • This position is in-office in our Cambridge, Massachusetts office and laboratory.
  • The salary for this position is negotiable and commensurate with experience.

Note: We’re currently hiring for many roles! Not the right fit, but interested in another position? Contact us [email protected]

Job Tags

H1b, Currently hiring, Shift work,

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