Computational Chemist - Research Scientist

Join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) as a Computational Chemist - Research Scientist and contribute to the development of small molecule drug candidates, software development, and molecular dynamics simulations. Conduct advanced independent research, collaborate with industrial partners, and work with a team of experts in computational chemistry, physics, and biology.

Requirements

• PhD in computer science, computational chemistry, computational physics or computational biology or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Significant experience in medical countermeasures against infectious disease.
• Industrial experience to design and develop small molecule drug candidates, leading to IND files, including leading technical teams.
• Significant experience at the postdoctoral or higher level in the protein dynamics, screening analytics, hit and lead optimization and DMPK property predictions.
• Ability to work independently on defined research projects, as well as a member of a team.
• Advanced computer skills including programming experience with perl, python, or C++ in a UNIX environment.
• Advanced ability to develop independent research projects as demonstrated through publication of peer-reviewed manuscripts in the field of molecular modeling and simulations.
• Ability to travel, as necessary, to interact with sponsors, customers and collaborators.
• Advanced written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deliver presentations, prepare written reports and to interact with a diverse set of scientists, engineers, and other technical and administrative staff.

Benefits

• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)

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