Senior Scientist Computational Chemistry

MSD; Upper Gwynedd Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD's Modeling and Informatics group in West Point, PA is seeking a creative computational chemist and data scientist to join our team. You will apply predictive data science, ML, and structure-based design to accelerate therapeutic discovery and pipeline growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration across Discovery Chemistry and Process Chemistry, leveraging AI/ML to solve complex molecular problems and generate actionable insights for our projects.

Qualifications

• Experience building predictive models for small molecules or related data science projects.
• Strong programming and scripting skills in Python and data analysis libraries.
• Ability to translate biological/chemical problems into computational solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply ML models for predictive medicinal chemistry.
• Collaborate with scientists to interpret data and generate actionable insights.

Skills

Computational Chemistry

Data Science

Machine Learning

Tools

Python

R

TensorFlow

Job description

Job Description

Position Description

Our company is seeking a creative, self-motivated computational chemist and data scientist with exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills to join the Modeling and Informatics group at our West Point, PA site. We are expanding our capability in computational medicinal chemistry, predictive data science, and machine learning to support our future organizational strategy for therapeutic discovery.

Modeling and Informatics is a sub-team of Discovery Chemistry, who employ state-of-the-art capabilities in predictive sciences, AI/ML, and structure-based drug design to accelerate our invention of therapeutics for patients. We are an integral arm of both Discovery and Process Chemistry, and we collaborate seamlessly with teams across the globe to invent better molecules faster. With an unbiased approach to drug modalities, in-house access to the newest screening techniques, and world-class medicinal chemistry, we have a wealth of opportunities to impact our pipeline and ultimately save and improve patient lives.