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Computational Modeller

RxCelerate Limited

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ABOUT RXCELERATE
The RxCelerate group is an out-sourced drug development platform and is one of the fastest
growing companies in the UK. We design and deliver complete drug development programs
and project management for our clients, from inception through to Phase II clinical studies,
offering services to the pharmaceutical industry across small molecule and biologic
development. Our team is dedicated to applying the most innovative methods to accelerate
drug discovery paradigms.

THE ROLE
We are currently looking to recruit a computational modeller to expand our group.
Computational design is at the forefront of our approach, driving projects with innovative
methodologies and solving challenging problems for our clients. As part of our success and
continued expansion, we are looking to add a new member to our in-silico discovery team.
The team designs both small molecules and biologics, often on completely novel targets, which
require an appetite for the application and development of innovative methods to achieve
project goals.
In the role of computational chemist or protein modeller you will be involved in a variety of
scientific activities and will have a significant degree of input into any project you work on. It
is important that you are self-motivated and have the determination to solve complex
problems whilst working as part of team.

Key requirements
• You will ideally have a PhD or MSc with a chemistry background
• >1 years relevant commercial experience including some hands on protein modelling
and/or ligand design; a drug discovery background gained within a pharmaceutical
company or a CRO is preferred, however an academic only background with strong
credentials in development and application of novel methods will also be considered,
as long as you can demonstrate the ability to design/optimise either proteins or
ligands.
• You will be able to apply protein homology modelling procedures and understand
applicability of relevant techniques and approaches, especially for sequences of low
identity to structural template
• Use and proficiency of a programming language such as Python and libraries such as
RDkit an advantage
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and organisational skills
• Proven ability to work as part of a team of people with diverse skills and scientific
backgrounds
and
• Use of MOE program and SVL language a significant advantage.
• Use of molecular dynamics using AMBER, GROMACS or NAMD and critical analysis
of outputs and methodologies an advantage.
• Experience of alchemical methods an advantage
• Familiarity with HPC and GPU implementations a distinct advantage
• Experience of modelling membrane bound systems an advantage
or
• You will have hands-on experience of antibody modelling and understand what
features of antibodies can be optimised using in silico techniques
• Use of Rosetta program a significant advantage
This is a challenging and rewarding role for which all applicants with an appropriate scientific
background are encouraged to apply.
RxCelerate offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus scheme and company benefit
package.

Application process
When applying for this role, please include a cover letter outlining how you meet the
competencies described above. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and
curriculum vitae in PDF format to [email protected] by Friday 28th May.
Informal enquires can also be directed to this email address. Applicants must be eligible to
work in the UK. No agencies please.