SCIENTIST, CHEMISTRY

Job Code C-0802

CovX is a division of Pfizer’s Biotherapeutic and Bioinnovation Center located in San Diego.  Since its founding, CovX has made advances toward building a portfolio of clinical candidates.  We use our proprietary technology to rapidly discover and develop long-acting biological therapeutics.  The CovX technology unites the therapeutic attractiveness of peptides with the beneficial properties of antibodies, resulting in a new biopharmaceutical called a CovX-Body.  The highly flexible nature of our technology enables us to identify high-value biological targets, efficiently create CovX-Bodies, and expeditiously move candidates to pre-clinical development and clinical evaluation.

As a member of multidisciplinary teams this position is expected to: 

• Synthesize and characterize peptides, modified peptides and small molecule drug candidates to support discovery and development projects
• Design and optimize drug candidates
• Plan and execute synthetic routes to deliver target molecules within expected timelines to support preclinical programs
• Develop methods for analysis and characterization of peptides and small molecules
• Organize and analyze data and assist project leaders in meeting project goals and timelines
• Assist in synthesis and purification for scale up activities to support development program
• Generate research reports, and regularly communicate results to the teams as required
• Assist in maintaining lab instrumentation and perform other lab duties as required
• Maintain scientific expertise through ongoing education
• Travel as required

Job Qualifications

• PhD in synthetic organic chemistry with 0-4 years of relevant experience in the biotechnology industry or BS/MS in organic chemistry with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Prior experience with structure or pharmacophore based drug design and familiarity with design of lead molecules and their modification is desirable
• Extensive laboratory experience in the characterization and purification of peptides and organic compounds
• Comprehensive knowledge of purification and separation techniques
• Excellent skills in practical organic synthesis required and synthesis experience in peptide chemistry desirable
• Proven ability to conduct self-directed research and development
• Demonstrated problem-solving, communication, and scientific track records
• Solid written and oral communication skills, enthusiasm, integrity, self-motivation, strong interpersonal skills, and attention to detail are necessary

CovX offers exciting careers for passionate, creative people who thrive on challenge and are motivated by the opportunity to have a big impact. We also provide competitive salaries and extensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan.  We are an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.  Interested candidates should send their resume to jobs@covx.com. Please ensure job code C-0802 is included in the subject line.

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