What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computational Chemist position at Pledge Therapeutics?
Role Overview:
Pledge Therapeutics is actively seeking a talented Computational Chemist to join our AI arm, Pledge-AI. You will be responsible for developing and optimizing AI models to drive innovative solutions in drug discovery.
About the Job:
- You will design and implement novel computational chemistry approaches to enhance our AI-driven drug discovery pipeline.
- You will develop and deploy machine learning models to predict and optimize chemical properties and biological activity.
- You will integrate AI models with experimental data to validate predictions and identify potential lead compounds.
- You will work closely with our cross-functional team to translate your findings into actionable insights for our researchers.
- You will maintain and refine our in-house data repository to ensure seamless integration with our AI-powered discovery platform.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Computational Chemistry, Chemical Physics, or a related field.
- Strong background in quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C , and MATLAB.
- Experience with molecular modeling software, including Gaussian, GAMESS, and Amber.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong focus on detail and accuracy.
