Senior Scientist, Computational Chemistry

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp

South San Francisco, California, USA
Base: $159,600.00 - $251,200.00; bonus/equity: eli...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Python programming proficiency
Linux and high-performance computing
Ph.d. in computational chemistry or related field
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Senior Scientist in Computational Chemistry for their South San Francisco research laboratories. The ideal candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance drug discovery using advanced computational techniques and methods

Job Summary

  • The role involves spearheading modeling and informatics initiatives to accelerate drug discovery leads into candidates.
  • Candidates will collaborate with medicinal chemists, structural biologists, and pharmacologists in a highly collaborative environment.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement plans.

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Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Senior Scientist in Computational Chemistry for their South San Francisco research laboratories. The ideal candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance drug discovery using advanced computational techniques and methods.

Salary

Base: $159,600.00 - $251,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python programming proficiency
  • Linux and high-performance computing
  • Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry or related field

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with molecular dynamics and quantum chemistry
  • Deep learning and AI/ML implementation skills
  • Cheminformatics tools like Spotfire
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary team experience

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree required by July 2026
  • Proficiency in Python for large dataset manipulation
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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