MedicinalChemist(f/m/x)

# **Your Role** * Designing and developing molecular probes, including the linker components. * Collaborating with cell biologists, engineers and application experts to define probe requirements and performance specifications. * Conducting and interpreting in vitro studies (e.g. binding, selectivity, stability) to optimize probe performance; * Supporting further evaluation in collaboration with internal and external partners * Identifying and assessing project risks and developing mitigation strategies. * Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to linker chemistry, stability, and assay compatibility. * Keeping up to date of industry and academic trends in targeted probe technologies. * Documenting results clearly and reporting on project progress to management and stakeholders. # **Your Profile** * PhD in medicinal chemistry, organic chemistry, chemical biology or a comparable discipline. * At least 2 years of professional experience in drug-like small molecule design, bioconjugation, or targeted probe development in an industrial or start up environment. * Demonstrated expertise in: Design and synthesis of small molecules and linkers. Conjugation strategies for proteins or antibodies. Biophysical and biochemical characterization of conjugates * Familiarity with in vitro assay data and their use in property optimization; experience interfacing with in vivo studies is a plus. * Excellent communication skills and enjoyment of working in interdisciplinary, cross functional teams. * Very good written and spoken English skills; German and Chinese are a plus. Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Friederike Kirklar-Harms