Computational Chemist

VRS Recruitment
Cambridge
3 days ago
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We are working with a leading pharmaceutical research facility that supports drug discovery programs from Target ID through to clinical candidacy. As a Senior Computational Chemist, you will develop computational simulations, models and data analysis techniques to support scientists throughout drug-discovery projects.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement computational models and simulations to help support our drug discovery projects
  • Analyse datasets using statistical and machine-learning techniques
  • Collaborate with experimental scientists to validate models and integrate computational insights into practical applications
  • Optimise algorithms and workflows for efficiency and scalability
  • Write and maintain clear, well-documented code and technical reports
  • Stay up to date with the latest developments in computational science and apply innovative methods where appropriate
  • Present findings to internal teams and external collaborators


The ideal candidate will have:


  • PhD in Computational Chemistry – additional industrial experience supporting drug discovery programs is advantageous
  • A solid understanding of the structural and physicochemical determinants of molecular recognition
  • Experience working with experimental biomolecular docking, pharmacophore modelling, conformational analysis, quantum chemistry, homology modelling, molecular dynamics
  • Strong background in computational modelling, numerical methods, or scientific computing & knowledge of programming languages such as Python, C++, R, MATLAB



Knowledge and experience with theMaestroand SchrodingerSuitecomponents, high-performance computing (HPC) and cloud computing environments is highly desirable.


In return, our client can offer a competitive remuneration package including excellent benefits and the chance to play key role in the development of thereaputics for various disease targets.


Key words: Senior Computational Chemist, CADD, Drug Discovery, HIT ID, Target ID, Clinical, physiochemical, molecular recognition, simulation, model, biomolecular cocking, molecular dynamics, Maestro, C++, Python, AI, Machine learning, Cambridge, London, Bedford, Oxford, Hertfordshire, VRS8989DT.


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