Senior Computational Chemist - Remote First

Placements24; South Africa; À distance; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote-first

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan with company matching

Online courses access

Generous paid time off

Home office stipend

Culture of innovation

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Senior Computational Chemist to lead advanced simulations and model development for drug discovery and materials science in a remote environment.

The role requires deep expertise in quantum mechanics, MD/DFT, and Python-based tooling, with a track record of publications and collaboration across global teams. This is a remote-first position with flexibility for work across time zones.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry, Theoretical Chemistry, Cheminformatics, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in computational chemistry.
• Expertise in applying quantum mechanics and molecular mechanics methods to chemical systems.
• Proficiency in computational chemistry software packages (e.g., Gaussian, Schrodinger, AMBER, GROMACS).
• Strong programming skills in Python, and experience with scientific computing libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy, RDKit).
• Experience with cheminformatics databases and QSAR/QSPR modeling.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

Responsabilités

• Develop and apply computational chemistry methods, including molecular modeling, QM/MM, DFT, and MD simulations.
• Design and virtually screen potential drug candidates or novel materials based on computational predictions.
• Collaborate with synthetic chemists, biologists, and materials scientists to guide experimental design and interpretation.
• Develop and implement cheminformatics tools and algorithms for data analysis and property prediction.
• Optimize computational workflows for efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in computational chemistry software and methodologies.
• Contribute to scientific publications, patent applications, and presentations.
• Manage computational resources and data storage effectively.
• Mentor junior computational chemists and provide technical guidance.
• Communicate complex computational results clearly to interdisciplinary teams.

Connaissances

Python programming

Molecular modeling

QM/MM methods

Data analysis

Communication

Formation

PhD in Computational Chemistry or related field

Outils

Gaussian

Schrodinger

AMBER

GROMACS

RDKit

Description du poste

Senior Computational Chemist

Our client, a global leader in chemical innovation and discovery, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Computational Chemist to join their fully remote research team. This role is integral to driving early-stage drug discovery and materials science through the application of advanced computational methods. You will be responsible for developing and applying computational models, simulations, and data analysis techniques to predict molecular properties, design novel compounds, and optimize chemical processes. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in chemistry, extensive experience in computational chemistry, and expert-level programming skills. This is a remote-first position, offering exceptional flexibility and the opportunity to collaborate with leading scientists across the globe from your home office. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and apply computational chemistry methods, including molecular modeling, QM/MM, DFT, and MD simulations.
• Design and virtually screen potential drug candidates or novel materials based on computational predictions.
• Collaborate with synthetic chemists, biologists, and materials scientists to guide experimental design and interpretation.
• Develop and implement cheminformatics tools and algorithms for data analysis and property prediction.
• Optimize computational workflows for efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in computational chemistry software and methodologies.
• Contribute to scientific publications, patent applications, and presentations.
• Manage computational resources and data storage effectively.
• Mentor junior computational chemists and provide technical guidance.
• Communicate complex computational results clearly to interdisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry, Theoretical Chemistry, Cheminformatics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in computational chemistry.
• Expertise in applying quantum mechanics and molecular mechanics methods to chemical systems.
• Proficiency in computational chemistry software packages (e.g., Gaussian, Schrodinger, AMBER, GROMACS).
• Strong programming skills in Python, and experience with scientific computing libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy, RDKit).
• Experience with cheminformatics databases and QSAR/QSPR modeling.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for collaboration in a distributed team.
• Experience in drug discovery or materials science is highly desirable.
• Track record of publications in reputable journals.

Benefits

• Fully remote role offering unparalleled work-life integration.
• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans available from day one.
• A generous retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Excellent opportunities for professional growth, including access to online courses, virtual conferences, and collaborative platforms.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Home office setup stipend.
• Culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.