Post Doctoral Fellow (Limited for 3 Years): Sanofi is seeking a dedicated Post Doctoral Fellow to join our team in Frankfurt, Germany. This position focuses on synthetic chemistry to enhance the capabilities of our automated smart lab. Candidates will engage in innovative drug discovery work, leveraging robotics and artificial intelligence within a fully automated laboratory setting.
Post Doctoral Fellow – All Genders (Limited for 3 Years)
Designation
Post Doctoral Fellow
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 Years (Limited-Term Position) |
| Time Type | Full-Time |
| Location | Frankfurt am Main |
| Posted On | 14 Days Ago |
| End Date for Apply | July 31, 2025 (27 Days Left to Apply) |
Research Area
- Synthetic Chemistry
- Automated Drug Discovery
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in Organic Chemistry or equivalent
- Expert knowledge and practical expertise in organic synthesis and modern synthetic methods
- Proficiency in analytical (MS, NMR, etc.) and purification methods (flash chromatography, SPE, etc.)
- Experience with sophisticated laboratory equipment
- Commitment to learning about chemistry automation
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work independently and within a team
- Research productivity evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of German is a plus
Job Description
As a Post Doctoral Fellow in the Research team within the Integrated Drug Discovery Department at Sanofi, your responsibilities will include:
- Design and conduct fully automated multi-step syntheses of complex, drug-like molecules for our robotic synthesis platform, ensuring effective isolation of materials.
- Expand the chemical space accessible through automated chemistry and enable syntheses of various modalities (macrocycles, PROTACs, etc.).
- Develop strategies to limit or circumvent work-up and purification procedures, utilizing methods like multicomponent and cascade reactions and late-stage functionalization.
- Adapt selected techniques to meet current synthetic needs and apply them to medicinal chemistry projects.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Sanofi careers webpage, including their CV, cover letter, and any relevant publications.
Last Date to Apply
July 31, 2025 (27 days left to apply)
