Cadd Postdoctoral Scientist

Eli Lilly

Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $58,000 - $123,200; bonus: eligible for comp...
Onsite
Phd in computational chemistry or computer science
Strong background in cadd and structure-based drug design
Proficiency in python and cheminformatics tools like rdkit
This role focuses on developing synthesis-aware virtual screening workflows that connect fragment-level binding hypotheses to synthesizable chemical space

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on developing synthesis-aware virtual screening workflows that connect fragment-level binding hypotheses to synthesizable chemical space.
  • The position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of AI, structure-based drug design, fragment chemistry, and synthesis.
  • Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, and well-being benefits.

Matching Summary

This role focuses on developing synthesis-aware virtual screening workflows that connect fragment-level binding hypotheses to synthesizable chemical space.

Salary

Base: $58,000 - $123,200; Bonus: Eligible for company bonus based on performance; Benefits: Comprehensive program including 401(k) and health insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Computational Chemistry or Computer Science
  • Strong background in CADD and structure-based drug design
  • Proficiency in Python and cheminformatics tools like RDKit
  • Experience with DL/ML methods for binding prediction
  • Ability to work with large chemical libraries

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with synth(on)- or reaction-based chemical libraries
  • Familiarity with synthetic accessibility scoring
  • Experience collaborating with medicinal chemistry teams
  • Strong scientific communication skills

Key Requirements

  • PhD required in Computational Chemistry, Computer Science, or related field
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
  • No visa sponsorship provided for any status

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis

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