Exploratory Chemistry Intern

We are seeking for a young and strongly motivated graduate in Chemistry that is ready to take a challenge in organic chemistry innovation field. Within the Exploratory Chemistry Unit (ECU), the He/She/They will identify and develop new chemical reactivities and innovative strategies to support the internal medicinal chemistry projects by new chemical entities synthesis.

Main activities:

• Training to acquire and develop advance organic chemistry knowledge (radical chemistry).

• Lab training to acquire ability in experimental photo-electro chemistry.

• Planification of the synthetic activities to support medicinal chemistry project.

• Medicinal chemistry meeting attendance to acquire knowledge in Medicinal Chemistry.

• Chemistry meeting attendance to identify and develop more sustainable synthetic route for clinical candidate scale up.

Experience required: Master’s degree experimental thesis in organic chemistry (at least 6-month experience in lab).

Education: Master’s degree in Chemistry or PhD student in organic chemistry or/and medicinal chemistry.

Languages: English (intermediate level). Study experience abroad is a plus.

Technical skills:

• Good knowledge of organic chemistry

• Lab autonomy and independence

• Basic expertise in NMR and LC-MS techniques.

• Basic knowledge of Scientific database (SciFinder, Reaxys).

Soft skills:

• Team working.

• Goal oriented.

• Good communication skills.

Location: Parma.

Contract: 6 months internship. Reimbursement of expenses and meal vouchers