Open Rank Faculty: AI-Driven Drug Discovery

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia invites applications for a tenured faculty appointment in Computational Chemistry with a focus on AI-driven drug discovery. The successful candidate will develop an innovative research program and may lead a collaborative cohort within the Manning Institute to guide future AI drug discovery concepts.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Computational Science, or related field and demonstrate a strong record of scholarship and leadership.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Computational Science, or related field.
• Strong scholarship record and experience leading research.
• Ability to build partnerships across institutional boundaries and manage translational programs.
• Experience mentoring graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a funded research program in computational chemistry.
• Advance AI-driven drug discovery and translational research.
• Collaborate with Manning Institute and UVA colleagues across disciplines.
• Contribute to teaching and mentoring at graduate/undergraduate levels.

Skills

Computational chemistry

AI in drug discovery

Molecular modeling

Leadership/mentoring

Education

PhD in Chemistry or Computational Science

Job description

The University of Virginia invites applications for a tenured faculty appointment in Computational Chemistry with a focus on AI-driven drug discovery. The successful candidate will develop an innovative research program and may lead a collaborative cohort within the Manning Institute to guide future AI drug discovery concepts.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Computational Science, or related field and demonstrate a strong record of scholarship and leadership.