Senior Research Associate/ Research Associate , Medicinal Chemistry

Let’s build the future of medicine—together.

YOUR ROLE

As a Research Associate / Senior Research Associate in Medicinal Chemistry at Enveda, you will be a hands-on synthetic chemist contributing to our natural-product-inspired drug discovery pipeline. Working closely with medicinal chemists and cross-functional teams, you will independently execute multi-step synthesis, contribute to SAR campaigns, and help advance novel molecules toward clinical candidacy in a fast-moving, science-first environment.

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Independently design and execute multi-step synthesis of novel chemical entities; characterise products using NMR, LCMS, and other standard analytical techniques

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Contribute to SAR analysis by interpreting biological and DMPK data and proposing new analogues in collaboration with medicinal chemists

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Participate actively in cross-functional team discussions, contributing creative ideas to advance research projects

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Maintain accurate electronic lab notebooks and compound records in compliance with Enveda's IP and data management standards

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

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M.S. in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry; 3-7 years of experience for SRA, 0-2 years for RA in a corporate R&D setting

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Strong practical skills in multi-step synthetic organic chemistry, including air/moisture-sensitive chemistry (required for SRA; advantageous for RA)

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Familiarity with standard analytical techniques (NMR, LCMS, HPLC) and ability to work safely and productively in a chemistry lab

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Excellent team player with strong written and oral communication skills and knowledge of state-of-the-art synthetic chemistry

We hire for trajectory, not just credentials. If you meet most of the above and care deeply about this problem, we want to hear from you.

ABOUT ENVEDA

We're a clinical-stage, AI-enabled biotech discovering medicines four times faster than the industry standard.

We recently raised $150M in a Series D, reached unicorn status, and advanced our first drug into Phase 2 trials. Forbes namedone of America's Best Startup Employers . Newsweek recognized us as a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace .

We're building something rare — and we're just getting started!

If you’re passionate about innovation and impact, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every requirement.

Our Values: Curiosity | Agency | Journey | Charity | Unity

At Enveda, we’re building a place where everyone can do the best work of their life. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in all its forms.

👉Apply now and join a team committed to shaping the future of drug discovery.

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