Senior Scientist I — Discovery Chemistry (Synthetic Chemistry)

Job overview

The Senior Scientist I role is onsite in Madison, WI. Compensation is $120,000–$135,000 per year. Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals develops medicines using RNA interference and has research and development teams in Madison. The scientist synthesizes, purifies, and characterizes novel compounds supporting oligonucleotide-based therapeutics and extrahepatic delivery. The role works across chemistry, DMPK, biology, analytical sciences, and formulation to deliver compounds and data that guide discovery programs.

What you'll do

• Design, synthesize, purify, and characterize compounds and analog series
• develop and troubleshoot synthetic routes and analytical workflows
• coordinate compound production
• review compound identity and suitability for biological testing
• integrate cross-functional data to guide compound design
• monitor scientific literature.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior scientist i

discovery chemistry

synthetic chemistry

oligonucleotide therapeutics

compound synthesis

purification

characterization

madison wi

arrowhead pharmaceuticals

pharmaceutical research

dmpk

biopharmaceuticals

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Why this role

The posting is listed at Senior Scientist I and may also be considered at Scientist III depending on experience; a Ph.D. and 3+ years of relevant experience are required.

About the employer

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology). Sector: 54.