Chemist at Atrium
Cambridge, MA
About the Job
About Atrium:
What you do matters. As a people-centric organization, we foster an environment of collaboration, high-performance and innovation where your talents are valued, and your achievements are celebrated. Join us and become part of an inclusive team.
Client Overview:
Our client is a leading biomedical research institution renowned for translating biological discoveries into novel therapeutic strategies. They are seeking a Chemist to join their team!
Salary/Hourly Rate:
$23 – $25/hr based on experience
Position Overview:
The Chemist will be part of the medicinal chemistry team. The Chemist will have a strong background in organic chemistry with proficiency in modern synthesis and purification techniques.
Responsibilities of the Chemist:
- Synthesize, isolate, and purify novel small molecules under the direct supervision of senior scientists to advance multiple early-stage drug discovery projects
- Maintain thorough and timely documentation of experimental work in electronic lab notebooks to ensure that all procedures, observations, and results are recorded in accordance with established protocols and best practices
- Collaborate with supervisors to analyze and interpret experimental results, and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for the chemistry team
- Work closely with interdisciplinary team members and external collaborators to achieve project goals
Qualifications for the Chemist:
- 0 to 2 years of research experience in organic chemistry or medicinal chemistry is required
- Proficiency in single and multi-step chemical synthesis
- Familiarity with modern chromatography techniques (normal phase, reverse phase, and HPLC) for purification
- Experience analyzing LCMS and NMR spectra to support compound characterization
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic research environment
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related field is required
Benefits:
- Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility. (Including healthcare plans, discount programs and paid time off)
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
Position ID: 150268