Job Description
Our Mission Formerly known as the Ellison Institute of Technology Los Angeles, the Ellison Medical Institute strives to spark innovation, leverage technology, and drive interdisciplinary, patient-centered research to continually enhance health, reimagine and redefine cancer care, and transform lives.
Established in 2016 as a medical research and development center, the Institute features innovation labs for artificial intelligence and molecular analytics and was among the first organizations to vertically integrate the interdisciplinary study and treatment of disease. We offer multifaceted programs, including a preventative medicine and cancer clinic, cross-disciplinary research laboratories, a health policy think-tank, and community outreach and educational programs.
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Job Summary The Ellison Medical Institute is seeking a talented and passionate Organic Chemist, Drug Discovery to join its team. As part of the Institute, the primary purpose of this position is to advance and diversify the Institute's therapeutic portfolio by leveraging specialized chemistry expertise in drug discovery and development. This role will collaborate closely with Contract Research Organizations (CROs) to develop and implement synthesis and toxicology protocols, engage in novel drug discovery projects, and integrate AI-driven methodologies to enhance the efficiency and innovation of our drug development processes.
Job Accountabilities: - Collaboration with CROs: Work closely with Contract Research Organizations (CROs) to develop and implement protocols for synthesis and toxicology testing, ensuring that all drug development activities meet high standards of quality and compliance.
- Leverage Computational Methods and Modeling AI-Assisted Virtual Screens: Utilize computational techniques and molecular modeling to refine AI-generated compound libraries, enhancing virtual screening processes and identifying promising candidates for synthesis and further testing.
- Design Novel Compounds: Develop and execute plans for the design, synthesis, and testing of new compounds, including small molecules, RNA, and proteins, to support drug discovery projects.
- Collaborate closely with Cross-Functional Teams to Enable Drug Discovery: Integrate chemistry expertise to enhance the efficiency and innovation of drug discovery processes, contributing to the advancement and diversification of the Institute's therapeutic portfolio.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Required Education: Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Organic Chemistry or a closely related field with extended
5-7 years of experience in organic synthesis, with a strong focus on drug discovery and development
Required Field of Expertise: Organic Chemistry
Salary: $74,998-$101,418 For the safety and health of employees, guests, and patients, the Ellison Medical Institute may mandate vaccination requirements for employment. The Ellison Medical Institute 's policies are always subject to review and change to ensure they are appropriate under the circumstances.
The Ellison Medical Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that an inclusive, collaborative team environment is just as important to our mission as stethoscopes and microscopes. We strive to always provide employees a supportive atmosphere, so they feel confident taking creative risks toward innovation. The Ellison Medical Institute values emotional intelligence and communication with empathy and respect for others. We seek to build a diverse group of people who are curious, have a deep sense of responsibility, and the grit needed to achieve excellence.
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Full time, Contract work, Remote job,