Ellison Institute of Technology
Organic Chemist
Ellison Institute of Technology, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Our MissionFounded by Larry Ellison and David B. Agus, MD, the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) works to develop and deploy advanced technology in pursuit of solving some of humanity’s most challenging and enduring problems. Guided by world leaders, scientists, and entrepreneurs, EIT seeks to accelerate innovation by driving scientific and technological advancements across four humane endeavors: medical sciences and healthcare, food security and sustainable agriculture, clean energy and climate change, and government policy and economics.Please visit
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The Convergent Systems Research Department is a team of engineers, specialists, and technicians who work collaboratively across the EIT intellectual ecosystem to solve pressing challenges in biomedicine. Our responsibilities span all stages of design including ideation, synthesis, and validation, and establishing SOP's.As an Organic Chemist, you will lead and contribute to several ongoing and emergent projects at EIT, including the development and design of therapeutic screening tools and the development and synthesis of multi-functional imaging agents. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize utility for the unique healthcare environment.Job Accountabilities:
The Organic Chemist is responsible for performing the following job duties:Design, synthesize, and purify organic and inorganic compounds for biological and medicinal applicationsIndependently identify and use analytical tools to assess chemical and physical properties and interpret data to gain reaction understandingEstablish a strong laboratory presence (leading from the bench), serve as an expert in the laboratory, executing on program and chemistry strategy, and provide scientific mentoring and technical training of team membersConduct root cause analysis to troubleshoot and resolve issuesUsing available data sets and in silico tools to generate novel, testable hypotheses and target molecules to enable clear decision makingLead and/or contribute to multiple chemistry projects simultaneously from the earliest stages through to clinical development.Peer review notebooks, analytical methods, deviations, protocols, reports, SOPs and any other lab document.Prepare presentation materials and clearly communicate research results to manager and at internal/external meetingsDefine and implement project plans with clearly defined milestonesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify emerging opportunities and develop innovative solutionsADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Required Education:
MS degree in Chemistry or related fieldRequired Experience:
3-5 yrsRequired Field of Expertise:
Experience performing bioconjugation chemistry and using air-sensitive synthetic methods for solid and solution-phase chemistry, experience using silico methods for molecular designExperience with the selection and application of appropriate purification techniques (eg flash chromatography and HPLC) and analytical tools (eg LCMS and NMR) to support execution of synthetic routesExperience selecting and using analytical instrumentation and methods to assess photophysical response (eg UV-Vis, Fluorimetry)Experience designing and performing bioactivity/biotoxicity measurementsStrong skills in troubleshooting synthetic reactions and lab instrumentationExperience writing research reports and detailed reaction procedures.Ability to work independently and as part of a team effectively. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Succinct but thorough communication skills with attention to detail, analytical/critical thinking, and data organization, presentation, and inference.Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programs with a high degree of accuracy and efficiencyPreferred Education:
PhD in Chemistry or related fieldPreferred Experience:
3-5 yrsPreferred Field of Expertise:
Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell cultureDemonstrated experience with optical microscopy, especially fluorescence microscopyDemonstrated experience in automation of data analysisSalary:
$123,000 - $136,806For the safety and health of employees, guests, and patients, the Ellison Institute of Technology may mandate vaccination requirements for employment. The Ellison Institute of Technology's policies are always subject to review and change to ensure they are appropriate under the circumstances.The Ellison Institute of Technology 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 Institute of Technology 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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eit.org
for more details.Job Summary
The Convergent Systems Research Department is a team of engineers, specialists, and technicians who work collaboratively across the EIT intellectual ecosystem to solve pressing challenges in biomedicine. Our responsibilities span all stages of design including ideation, synthesis, and validation, and establishing SOP's.As an Organic Chemist, you will lead and contribute to several ongoing and emergent projects at EIT, including the development and design of therapeutic screening tools and the development and synthesis of multi-functional imaging agents. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize utility for the unique healthcare environment.Job Accountabilities:
The Organic Chemist is responsible for performing the following job duties:Design, synthesize, and purify organic and inorganic compounds for biological and medicinal applicationsIndependently identify and use analytical tools to assess chemical and physical properties and interpret data to gain reaction understandingEstablish a strong laboratory presence (leading from the bench), serve as an expert in the laboratory, executing on program and chemistry strategy, and provide scientific mentoring and technical training of team membersConduct root cause analysis to troubleshoot and resolve issuesUsing available data sets and in silico tools to generate novel, testable hypotheses and target molecules to enable clear decision makingLead and/or contribute to multiple chemistry projects simultaneously from the earliest stages through to clinical development.Peer review notebooks, analytical methods, deviations, protocols, reports, SOPs and any other lab document.Prepare presentation materials and clearly communicate research results to manager and at internal/external meetingsDefine and implement project plans with clearly defined milestonesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify emerging opportunities and develop innovative solutionsADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Required Education:
MS degree in Chemistry or related fieldRequired Experience:
3-5 yrsRequired Field of Expertise:
Experience performing bioconjugation chemistry and using air-sensitive synthetic methods for solid and solution-phase chemistry, experience using silico methods for molecular designExperience with the selection and application of appropriate purification techniques (eg flash chromatography and HPLC) and analytical tools (eg LCMS and NMR) to support execution of synthetic routesExperience selecting and using analytical instrumentation and methods to assess photophysical response (eg UV-Vis, Fluorimetry)Experience designing and performing bioactivity/biotoxicity measurementsStrong skills in troubleshooting synthetic reactions and lab instrumentationExperience writing research reports and detailed reaction procedures.Ability to work independently and as part of a team effectively. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Succinct but thorough communication skills with attention to detail, analytical/critical thinking, and data organization, presentation, and inference.Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programs with a high degree of accuracy and efficiencyPreferred Education:
PhD in Chemistry or related fieldPreferred Experience:
3-5 yrsPreferred Field of Expertise:
Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell cultureDemonstrated experience with optical microscopy, especially fluorescence microscopyDemonstrated experience in automation of data analysisSalary:
$123,000 - $136,806For the safety and health of employees, guests, and patients, the Ellison Institute of Technology may mandate vaccination requirements for employment. The Ellison Institute of Technology's policies are always subject to review and change to ensure they are appropriate under the circumstances.The Ellison Institute of Technology 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 Institute of Technology 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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