Berufsbezeichnung: Carbohydrate Chemist (100%)

Arbeitsbeschreibung:
Polyneuron is a growing Basel-based biotechnology company active in the area of autoimmune disease treatments. The company was founded in 2014 as a spinout company from the University of Basel to develop novel treatments to combat immune disorders using its Antibody-Catch™ technology platform. The company currently employs 10 people and has raised a significant amount in equity funding from top-tier VCs.

We are a team of passionate and experienced scientists, entrepreneurs and investors willing to bring new therapies to patients. To support our team, we are currently looking for a Carbohydrate Chemist (100%).

The candidate should hold a Ph.D. from a recognized institution in the field of chemistry with excellent organic synthesis and analytical chemistry expertise to advance the drug discovery programs of Polyneuron. Experience in carbohydrate chemistry is an important asset. In this laboratory-based position, the successful candidate will work as member of the chemistry team to generate innovative solutions to synthetic and medicinal chemistry challenges. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a team and goal driven environment are key attributes.


Main Responsibilities:

- Synthesis of carbohydrate-based drug-like molecules using state-of-the-art methodology
- Synthesis of Antibody-Catch™ conjugates and analytical characterization thereof
- Support of day-to-day organizational and safety aspects in a chemistry laboratory
- Collaboratively supporting and supervising the technical/research activities of co-workers
-Compiling and presentation of results at internal research meetings


We are looking for :

- Ph.D. degree in chemistry or related field
2 to 5 years of successful professional experience in chemical synthesis ( experience in carbohydrate chemistry is preferred ) and analytical method development
- Solid expertise in analytical chemistry (e.g. Mass spectrometry, NMR, HPLC), experience with dynamic light scattering and with multi-angle light scattering techniques is an asset
- Experience with installation and maintenance of laboratory and analytical equipment
- A responsible team player with the ability to communicate to all levels in the organization
- A hands-on personality, able to work under time and resource constraints, solving problems in a pragmatic way
- Experience working with ChemOffice and MestReNova
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English

Wie Sie sich bewerben:
info (at) polyneuron.com

Angestelltenname: Polyneuron Pharmaceuticals AG