Senior Computational Chemist

Senior Computational Chemist -Pharmaceuticals - Finland - Relocation Support Provided

Are you a digital drug hunter who thrives at the intersection of chemistry, data, and innovation? We're looking for a Senior Computational Chemist who is passionate about driving small molecule discovery through advanced modelling, machine learning, and collaborative science.

This is more than a support role, you'll be a strategic partner in drug design, proactively embedding computational insights into decision-making and shaping molecular strategies from the ground up.

What you'll do:

• Drive multi-parameter optimisation alongside medicinal chemists

• Run and interpret virtual screening campaigns

• Apply and innovate with generative and predictive modelling approaches

• Guide AutoML model interpretation for project teams

• Coordinate the deployment of models into platforms like LiveDesign

• Conduct binding free energy calculations (RBFE/ABFE) and conformational analyses

• Unpack structural hypotheses and evaluate bioactive conformations

• Translate structural and experimental data into actionable insights

What you bring

• PhD in Computational Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Structural Biology, or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in computational drug discovery

• Proven knowledge in structure- and ligand-based drug design

• Proficiency in tools like Python, RDKit, OpenEye, Schrödinger, or KNIME

• Strong grasp of medicinal chemistry principles and SAR data interpretation

• Experience with AI/ML workflows including AutoML

• Excellent communicator and team player

• Fluent in English

Why Join?

• Work with a forward-thinking, interdisciplinary R&D team

• Access cutting-edge tools and infrastructure

• Contribute to high-impact projects with real-world outcomes

• Competitive salary, health benefits, and international relocation/visa support

• Chance to work in the happiest country in the world