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We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Scientist to play a key role in the development and application of Orbis Medicines’ next-generation nCycle platform at the laboratory in Copenhagen. You will take an active role in the design and synthesis of compound libraries for hit identification and hit optimization in nCycle projects, working at the interface of chemical innovation, platform development, and early drug discovery. In this role, you will contribute directly to the design, optimization, and execution of complex macrocyclic synthesis strategies, with a strong focus on quality. You will work hands-on in the laboratory using automated synthesis platforms and advanced laboratory instrumentation to troubleshoot and optimize synthesis workflows. In addition, you will help establish best practices for the implementation and use of new technologies and workflows. As a scientific driver within the Platform Chemistry team, you will work closely with technicians, fellow scientists, and cross-functional colleagues, including AI and computational drug design scientists. Your responsibilities will also include analyzing screening data, identifying hit compounds for resynthesis, and contributing to the maintenance and organization of laboratory equipment and chemical inventory. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine deep scientific thinking with practical, hands-on laboratory work, actively participating alongside the team.
Job Responsibility:
Design and develop robust synthetic strategies for macrocyclic libraries
Contribute to the ongoing development and optimization of Orbis’ chemistry platform
Drive improvements in multi-step synthesis, cyclisation, and diversification approaches
Plan, execute, and troubleshoot complex experimental workflows
Act as a scientific sparring partner for technicians and junior scientists
Ensure high scientific quality in experimental design, execution, and documentation
Work closely with Screening Biology, AI/computational drug design scientists and other discovery functions
Analyze and interpret experimental data (e.g. LC-MS, purity, yield, SAR)
Document results clearly and contribute to data-driven decision-making
Present findings and recommendations to the VP of Platform Chemistry and other key stakeholders
For the Principal Scientist the role includes the potential to lead a small project-embedded design team spanning computational chemists, AI/data scientists, and platform chemists—to ensure tight alignment of design and execution across Hit ID and hit-to-lead activities
Requirements:
PhD in chemistry/pharmaceutical science or a related field
At least ten years of industry experience working with organic and/or peptide synthesis
Hands-on experience with analytical techniques
Interest and experience with automated synthesis platforms and new laboratory technologies
Nice to have:
Experience with macrocycles, multi-step synthesis, or library synthesis
Experience with project leadership
Motivated by working hands-on in the laboratory enjoying the combination of experimental work with scientific problem-solving
Thrive in a fast-moving, innovative biotech environment
Able to communicate clearly across disciplines and seniority levels