Job posting: lead medicinal chemist, Psylo, Sydney, Australia

Psylo is focused on the development of new chemical entities based on the emerging therapeutic potential of classical psychedelics. We are seeking an energetic, creative, and experienced medicinal chemist to work closely with our CSO on the design, synthesis, and lead optimisation of small molecules targeting the 5-HT system.

The ideal candidate will have extensive practical experience in modern synthetic organic chemistry and associated analytical techniques, demonstrable experience in drug discovery, and a competitive track record in the academic or private sector. The key responsibilities of this role are the design, synthesis, and analytical characterisation of new molecules for pharmacological evaluation in vitro and in vivo.