Scientist (f/m/d) in Research Chemistry On-site | Research & Product Development, Research | Full time Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany We are looking for a passionate scientist to support our research chemistry department in Heidelberg, Germany. Are you an enthusiastic chemist with a profound interest in research? Do you love to engage in challenging scientific projects? Do you feel at ease in a small, specialized team with highly skilled colleagues and peers? Are you excited to apply scientific creativity and innovation to help identify new drugs that improve patients’ lives? If so, this full-time position may be your next dream job: Designing, executing, and reporting of research chemistry studies Synthesis of reagents and potential lead candidates according to communicated timelines Synthesis of small molecules, peptides and prodrugs Development of research synthesis processes and screenings, and interpretation of results Proactive contributions to new projects, ideas or concepts Safeguard of intellectual property Active participation in interdisciplinary project meetings (presentation & discussion of complex results) Facilitate internal transfers from research to development and support transfers to external CMOs You hold a PhD in chemistry, and preferably have additional experience e.g. as a PostDoc in chemistry, biochemistry, life sciences or the pharmaceutical industry You possess excellent communication and social skills and are a strong team player You are creative, innovative, and interested in learning new skills You are well organized, self-dependent and reliable You possess proactive problem-solving skills, which enable you to identify problems or challenges and solve them in a team effort As a person you bring positive energy, enjoy exploring new tasks and find paths beyond the beaten track You have a very good command of English, both written and spoken You possess good German language skills and can follow and hold a conversation in German Onboarding: A structured Onboarding program designed to help you settle in quickly and get familiar with your role and our company culture Compensation & Benefits: An attractive salary package including a company pension plan (bAV), internet allowance, and both short- and long-term incentive programs Learning & Development: Customized training opportunities with generous financial support to foster your professional growth Connectivity & Mobility: Direct access to a tram station and parking spaces for both cars and bicycles We offer a JobTicket based on the Deutschlandticket, and after your probation period, you’ll have the option to lease a JobRad (company bike) Food & More: Enjoy free soft drinks, fresh fruit, a wide variety of snacks, and a complimentary lunch every day Modern Work Environment: Your new workspace comes equipped with a brand-new laptop and an iPhone