Institute Rsch Investigator - Computational Chemistry

EDCUCATION

Required: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, enzymology, pharmacology, chemistry or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Required: Six years experience of relevant research experience in lab. With preferred degree, four years of required experience.
 
Preferred: Strong knowledge of contemporary computational chemistry, including molecular modeling, cheminformatics, and structural bioinformatics.  A demonstrated track record of creative and independent problem solving using the latest structure-based design methods, including molecular docking, pharmacophore development, and virtual screening.  Experience applying molecular simulations to problems in drug discovery.  Strong publication record in peer reviewed journals.  Familiarity with MOE and Schrodinger software, Linux/Unix environments, and scripting (SVL, python, etc.).  Excellent communication, writing and organizational skills and an ability to work independently.  Experience working in a pharma or biotech company, or post-doc in computational chemistry, collaborating with medicinal chemists and structural biologists.

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