Scientist I/Scientist II, Medicinal Chemistry

About Hexagon Bio

Hexagon Bio leverages a genomics-based platform and understanding of natural product evolution to develop next-generation medicines for human disease. Hexagon Bio's algorithms identify gene clusters that encode the machinery needed to produce specialized metabolites that can be harnessed against human disease targets. Our unique platform allows us to produce new chemical leads based on these findings. We use data science, genomics, synthetic biology and automation to discover potent, evolutionarily refined small molecules and their cognate targets from fungal genomes, and apply medicinal chemistry when needed to optimize these molecules into truly transformative medicines.

We are expanding our medicinal chemistry team and have openings at the Scientist I/II level. As a medicinal chemist at Hexagon Bio, you will work closely with the natural products chemistry and biology teams to launch new drug discovery projects, and you will design and synthesize new molecules to achieve optimized development candidates suitable for human clinical testing. You will have substantial opportunities to grow your career through project-associated activities and cross-functional interaction with the many scientific disciplines at Hexagon Bio.

Responsibilities:

• Design of new drug candidates
• Multistep synthesis of new drug candidates
• May manage aspects of a drug discovery project
• May manage chemistry at a contract research organization

Requirements:

• Scientist I: Ph.D. degree in organic or medicinal chemistry 
• Scientist II: Ph.D. degree in organic or medicinal chemistry and 2 years postdoctoral or industry experience
• Ability to perform complex multistep synthesis quickly, efficiently, and safely
• Ability to work at Menlo Park, CA laboratories

What We Offer:

• A flexible and dynamic work environment, where you pave your own path; Hexagon cultivates the unique strengths of employees at all levels and provides mobility across departments.
• “All Hands Meetings” provide an opportunity to share company and team updates. These meetings are rooted in our value of transparency and designed to foster a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and open communication.
• Discretionary paid time-off policy & paid holidays
• Competitive compensation and a robust benefits package: a comprehensive suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans through TriNet, which offers additional voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, home & auto insurance, and more).
• Equity and a 401(k) plan.
• Rapid career advancement for driven performers.
• Access to scientific conferences all over the country, throughout the year.
• A range of amenities, courtesy of the Menlo Park Labs business park including shuttle, gym, rock-climbing wall, pool, sports courts, cafe, bike lockers, and free EV charging stations.
• Opportunities to engage with the Hexagon community through team-building events like our monthly Hexagon Happy Hour and holiday parties.

The salary range is dependent on the level of Scientist that is hired (Scientist I/Scientist II).  The salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 to $160,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across California locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Hexagon Bio is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.