Cian Kingston

Cian Kingston is a Senior Scientist in Medicinal Chemistry and Cheminformatics at Vividion Therapeutics, Inc., since June 2022, specializing in hit-to-lead optimization by developing covalent fragments into tool compounds and managing teams in compound design and data analysis. Previous roles include Scientist II and Scientist I at the same company, and postdoctoral researcher positions at the University of Utah and Scripps Research, focusing on stereoconvergent synthesis and carbon-14 radiolabeling, respectively. Cian Kingston holds a PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from University College Dublin, a Micro-MBA certificate from the University of California, San Diego, and a Professional Diploma in Leadership Skills from Griffith College Dublin, alongside a Bachelor of Science in Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology from University College Dublin.