Medicinal Chemists design and synthesize new pharmaceutical compounds for drug development. They work at the intersection of chemistry and pharmacology to create molecules that can become effective medications. Their work involves designing drug candidates, optimizing their properties, and collaborating with other scientists to advance compounds through the drug discovery pipeline.
₹4,00,000 - ₹20,00,000 per annum (depending on experience, expertise, and organization)
Medicinal Chemists are in high demand in pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and research institutions. With the continuous need for new drugs to treat diseases and the growing focus on personalized medicine, skilled medicinal chemists who can design and optimize drug candidates are essential to the pharmaceutical industry's innovation pipeline.
Medicinal Chemists typically work in laboratory settings within research and development departments. The role involves a combination of bench chemistry, computer-based molecular modeling, and collaborative work with other scientists. They may work in academic research, pharmaceutical companies, or government research institutions, often as part of interdisciplinary drug discovery teams.