We are seeking a highly collaborative, experienced, and motivated analytical chemist with a strong understanding of modern analytical methods and instrumentation and their application in small molecule drug discovery. You thrive in a multi-disciplinary team environment and are looking for an opportunity to work alongside leaders in the field of targeted protein degradation, where you are empowered to enable drug discovery programs and explore new aspects of this compelling science.

Responsibilities:

In this lab-based position, you will apply your extensive hands-on experience to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot mass spectrometers (Agilent, Thermo) and high-performance liquid chromatography (Waters and Shimadzu) instruments.  Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct regular maintenance of analytical LCMS and preparative HPLC instruments, maintain instrument records & logs, manage instrument consumables, computer systems, and software.
• Independently develop methods for analytical and preparatory reverse-phase, chiral, and achiral chromatography to support projects and platforms.
• Provide technical guidance to synthetic chemistry colleagues, assist with and conduct purifications.
• Provide technical input on analytical procedures and protocols at chemistry CRO.
• Continuously assess analytical chemistry capabilities and provide recommendations for new technology to ensure industry standards are met or exceeded.

• Coordinate with operations to schedule preventative maintenance and vendor service calls for maintenance and repair of instruments. 

• Provide critical feedback to address issues and identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows.
• Clearly and effectively communicate suggestions and potential issues to the team.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to:
  • Upload new compound registration data to our database, order compound source plates, and add powder samples to internal inventory.

Qualifications: 

• MS in (analytical) chemistry and 5+ years of relevant employment experience, or BS in chemistry and 8+ years of relevant employment experience.
• Hands-on experience developing methods, maintaining and troubleshooting LCMS and preparative HPLC systems, specifically Waters, Agilent, Shimadzu, and Thermo.
• Knowledge of analytical software (e.g. ACD, MNova, Waters, Thermo, Agilent) to provide scientists with reports that can be documented in an electronic notebook (ELN).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Adhere to a safe working environment and remain in compliance with safety policies and practices.
• Self-motivated, team player with a strong work ethic and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong ability to engage and collaborate across departments with a problem-solving attitude and focus on delivery.

What we offer: 

• Industry competitive compensation
• Annual target bonus
• Stock options
• 401K plan
• Career advancement opportunities
• Monthly town halls to share business and scientific updates

Work Hard, Stay Well 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their dependents
• Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly Neomorph contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 holidays + Winter Shutdown + 3 weeks of vacation time with additional accruals after 2nd year of employment, separate sick leave.
• Supplemental pay for Pregnancy Disability Leave
• Paid Parental Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care

Lifestyle

• Casual work environment
• Volunteer days off each year to spend time contributing to causes you care about
• Flexible work schedule
• Access to onsite gym
• Onsite space to store your bicycle (or surfboard) 

Have Fun! 

We believe in work/life balance and Fun is at the core of our Core Values.  In addition to department and company happy hours, we have regular company-wide and department lunches and social events (ie Padres games, summer picnic, holiday party, bring your kids to work day).

About Us: 

Neomorph is a venture-backed biotechnology company solving critical problems in human health through the discovery and development of innovative new medicines against ‘undruggable targets’. Our team is comprised of industry-leading experts in protein degradation and molecular glues who have a track record of ground-breaking discoveries in the field. We are committed to leadership in advancing the science and technology of molecular glue drug discovery while prosecuting a pipeline of projects through clinical development. Our patient-first, science-driven approach is complemented by our dedication to a supportive and collaborative work environment. 

Neomorph is headquartered in San Diego, California, and has a key collaboration with the Center for Protein Degradation at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. 

Neomorph is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Notice to Agencies: Neomorph will not accept unsolicited assistance from recruiting/search agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by recruiting or search agencies to any employee at Neomorph via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search/recruitment agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Neomorph. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Neomorph as a result of the referral or through other means.