Based: BioCity, Glasgow
£Competitive + attractive benefits and possible relocation allowance
Permanent and Fixed Term Contracts available
Discover a better future
Are you a skilled synthetic or medicinal chemist looking to develop your career within a highly respected, people-orientated drug discovery company, whilst having a flexible, work-life balance situated in the beautiful and diverse culture of Scotland?
BioAscent's success is attributed to our pursuit of scientific excellence and our commitment to meeting and exceeding the needs of our valued customers. We are expanding and seeking enthusiastic and dynamic scientists to contribute to our ongoing growth and success. We currently have opportunities at various levels for synthetic organic and medicinal chemists in our state-of-the-art labs.
The role
Working closely with innovative research companies from pharma and biotech to academic organisations from across the globe, you’ll apply and develop your synthetic and medicinal chemistry skills at the cutting edge of scientific research to help our customers discover innovative medicines.
You’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team of talented scientists. Designing, planning, and executing complex synthetic routes for customer drug discovery projects. All projects are varied, and you’ll collaborate and help solve challenging problems with our customers, from hit identification through to preclinical and clinical candidates across all biological target classes and major therapeutic indications.
Working within smaller integrated teams you’ll have a higher level of involvement in customer projects and opportunities to meet and collaborate with the customer.
Our growth brings with it the opportunity to learn and develop, and we foster an environment where you can flourish and further your career. It’s not just about working at the bench, but for those who want to, you can also grow to lead projects and be involved in commercial decisions and proposals.
About you
We have multiple opportunities available, both fixed term and permanent positions, and welcome applications from experienced organic chemists at various levels, PhD qualified scientists and seasoned Drug Hunters. As a passionate and driven scientist, you should have:
A PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry, or a BSc/MSc with significant drug discovery experience within a CRO, not-for-profit, or pharma-based environment.
Expertise in the design and preparation of drug-like molecules using all appropriate modern methods for organic synthesis, analysis, and purification.
The ability to run spectroscopic and chromatographic methods such as LC-MS and NMR to demonstrate purity and identity of samples
What we offer
Our most valuable asset is our people, and we are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative environment within BioAscent. As a key member of the chemistry team, you’ll have the opportunity to shape your own career as part of our Career Engagement Review process. This can include both on-site initiatives such as continuous learning and bespoke training through recognised external experts and programmes.
In addition, we offer a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, pension, life insurance, flexible working hours, and a possible relocation allowance.
Who we are
Founded in 2013, BioAscent is a highly respected, successful, and award-winning provider of integrated drug discovery CRO services based in state-of-the-art laboratories at BioCity Glasgow in Newhouse, Scotland. Our integrated drug discovery services include de novo assay development, compound screening, medicinal and synthetic chemistry, computational chemistry and compound management.
BioAscent has undergone a period of sustained growth and now employs a team of over eighty. To find out why people choose to join and stay with BioAscent please visit our Careers Page.
Quality of life
Great science, team and laboratory environment are a given at BioAscent, but for work-life balance being based in Scotland is hard to beat. Situated a short distance between Glasgow and Edinburgh, and easy access to the beauty of Scottish lochs, islands, and mountains, we have the best of both worlds.
If you’re looking for a new role where you’ll work with a highly experienced team of chemists, a place where you’ll feel appreciated within an all-inclusive environment, offering opportunities to develop your career but also maintain a great work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.
How to apply
Please send your CV and covering letter via the ‘Apply’ link below.
Closing date for applications is 7 February 2025, with interviews planned soon after, so we encourage you to apply early.
Please provide confirmation of your eligibility to work in the UK as these roles do not extend sponsorship.
