Industrial Phd Student In Machine Learning And Drug Design In Molecular Ai

medizinstellenmarkt.de

Gothenburg, Sweden
Physics-informed machine learning models
Binding affinity prediction
Computational molecular modelling
The industrial PhD student will focus on developing precision ML/AI models for rational small-molecule drug design to improve binding affinity prediction and drug candidate prioritization

Job Summary

  • The industrial PhD student will focus on developing precision ML/AI models for rational small-molecule drug design to improve binding affinity prediction and drug candidate prioritization.
  • The research time will be split between Lund University, AstraZeneca in Gothenburg, and KTH Royal Institute of Technology, providing a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
  • The position offers exposure to cutting-edge machine learning methods, computational chemistry, and the industrial drug discovery process within a global biopharmaceutical company.

Matching Summary

The industrial PhD student will focus on developing precision ML/AI models for rational small-molecule drug design to improve binding affinity prediction and drug candidate prioritization.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Physics-informed machine learning models
  • Binding affinity prediction
  • Computational molecular modelling
  • Collaborative research environment
  • Python programming
  • Machine learning techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with molecular mechanics and dynamics
  • Knowledge of quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics
  • Workflow automation and software development
  • Industrial collaboration experience
  • Generative models for drug design
  • Interdisciplinary teamwork

Key Requirements

  • Master of Science in relevant discipline
  • Excellent English communication skills
  • Strong motivation and collaborative mindset
  • Ability to rapidly acquire new skills
  • Application submitted by April 19th, 2026

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