Bioinformatics Programmer I: Computational Chemistry

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco is seeking a candidate to join the Irwin Research Group within the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry. The role focuses on computational chemistry approaches to identify and design novel small molecules, supporting studies at the intersection of chemistry and biology.

The selected candidate will contribute to developing computational methods and engage with researchers to advance diagnostics and therapeutics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in biological science or computational field.
• Basic knowledge of bioinformatics methods and data structures.
• Basic knowledge of applications programming and web development.
• Basic knowledge of databases.
• Basic project management skills.
• Basic knowledge of modern biology and applicable research field.
• Interpersonal skills to work with technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly.
• Self-motivation, fast learning, and meeting deadlines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Self-motivated

Learning quickly

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science or computational / programming

Tools

Applications programming

Web development

Databases

Bioinformatics basics

Job description

University of California, San Francisco is seeking a candidate to join the Irwin Research Group within the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry. The role focuses on computational chemistry approaches to identify and design novel small molecules, supporting studies at the intersection of chemistry and biology.

The selected candidate will contribute to developing computational methods and engage with researchers to advance diagnostics and therapeutics.