Director, In Silico Discovery, Eu Cadd

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Beerse, Belgium
Hybrid
Computational design in small-molecule discovery
Ai/ml methodologies
Computational chemistry design and optimization
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is seeking a Director of In Silico Discovery for its European CADD team, focusing on advancing small-molecule drug discovery through computational innovation. The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team, drive strategic partnerships, and enhance the use of computational methodologies in drug development

Job Summary

  • You will drive programs toward NMEs by strengthening partnerships across portfolio and global discovery chemistry teams and rapidly growing the impact of innovative computational design in small-molecule discovery.
  • As a Director in our global CADD organization, you will lead a high-performing team of portfolio-facing CADD scientists to drive the strategic application of computational design across our small-molecule portfolio.
  • You will play a pivotal role in crafting our discovery strategies, leading cross-functional collaboration, championing change, and representing our work externally.

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Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is seeking a Director of In Silico Discovery for its European CADD team, focusing on advancing small-molecule drug discovery through computational innovation. The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team, drive strategic partnerships, and enhance the use of computational methodologies in drug development.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • computational design in small-molecule discovery
  • AI/ML methodologies
  • computational chemistry design and optimization
  • drug discovery
  • advancing small-molecule design

Nice-to-have

  • continuous learning and innovation
  • purpose driven environment
  • scientific rigor
  • inclusive and collaborative culture

Key Requirements

  • PhD and 10 years of experience in drug discovery
  • Applied computation expertise
  • Small molecule drug discovery expertise
  • Experience developing and applying methods in small molecule modalities
  • Proven experience building teams, mentoring, and managing careers

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