Senior Computational Chemist

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Computational Chemist to join their innovative research and development team in Bristol . This hybrid role offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration, allowing you to contribute to groundbreaking projects in molecular modeling and cheminformatics. You will be instrumental in designing and implementing computational strategies to support drug discovery and materials science initiatives. This position is ideal for a chemist with a strong quantitative background and a passion for leveraging computational tools to solve complex chemical problems and accelerate research timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and apply computational chemistry techniques, including molecular mechanics, quantum mechanics, and molecular dynamics simulations, to study chemical systems.
• Design and implement cheminformatics workflows for virtual screening, library design, and quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) modeling.
• Collaborate with synthetic chemists, biologists, and material scientists to guide experimental efforts and interpret results.
• Analyze and visualize complex molecular data, generating insights that inform strategy and decision-making.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of computational chemistry software and databases.
• Stay current with advancements in computational chemistry, molecular modeling, and relevant scientific fields.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in computational chemistry, with a focus on drug discovery or materials science.
• Proficiency in computational chemistry software packages (e.g., Schrodinger, MOE, Gaussian) and programming languages (e.g., Python).
• Strong understanding of quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and organic/inorganic chemistry principles.
• Experience with data analysis, machine learning, and visualization tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, essential for a hybrid team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and performance-related bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life balance and collaboration.
• Access to high-performance computing resources and cutting-edge software.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and attending scientific conferences.