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Team Leader / Research Leader (Computational Drug Design)(m/w/x)

Lausanne
Full-timeOn-siteSenior
AI/ML

Directing AI-first small molecule drug design programs, integrating AI into computational chemistry workflows. 8+ years pharma/biotech/CRO experience leading computational chemistry strategy required. Mentoring team members, overseeing external collaborations.

Requirements

  • PhD in Computational Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Synthetic Chemistry, or related field
  • 8+ years’ professional experience in pharma, biotech, or CRO environment
  • Proven experience leading computational chemistry strategy and execution
  • Strong expertise in virtual screening and drug design using physics-based and AI/ML methods
  • Proven track record of developing QSAR models using ML or deep learning methods
  • Expertise in writing and implementing Python scripts for analysis and tool development
  • Strong knowledge of medicinal chemistry principles including ADMET and DMPK
  • Knowledge of modalities such as PROTACs, molecular glues, PPI inhibitors or ADCs
  • Genuine passion for applying AI/ML to drug design
  • Demonstrated success managing external collaborations and working in cross-functional environments
  • Growth mindset, adaptability, and eagerness to learn new concepts and techniques
  • Prior experience leveraging machine learning and generative AI methods for hit finding and molecular design
  • Prior experience of leading drug discovery programs
  • Track record of authorship of relevant scientific manuscripts

Tasks

  • Define the scientific and technical direction for small molecule therapeutic programs
  • Oversee external collaborations with CROs and lead drug discovery programs
  • Establish principles for integrating AI/ML into computational chemistry workflows
  • Mentor and guide team members to foster a culture of scientific excellence
  • Apply AI-first approaches to direct and execute drug design programs

Work Experience

  • 8 years

Education

  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Python
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