AI Expert in Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) (Belgium)

Job title:

AI Expert in Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) (Belgium)

Company

UCB

Job description

Make your mark for patientsWe are looking for an early career Computational Modeler who is dynamic and innovative, to join us in our Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) team, based in Slough, UK or Braine, Belgium.About the roleWe are seeking an early career computational modeler to join our Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) team who is motivated to advance the discovery of small molecule therapeutic candidates using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), for neurology and immunology.Who you’ll work with

• You will work closely with project teams who are committed to deliver therapeutic candidates for patients who need them.
• Your fellow CADD colleagues to collectively develop and apply computational tools for improved design of therapeutic molecules.
• You will collaborate with members from Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, Structural Biology, DMPK, Safety, Data Sciences and IT.

What you’ll do

• Discover drugs in neurological and immunological indications using digital technologies, AI and ML.
• Work together with colleagues within CADD and multidisciplinary teams, responsible to drive holistic compound design for various projects.
• Support AI and ML technology development, acquisition and application in therapeutic projects.
• Deliver high quality compound designs to small molecule and peptide therapeutic projects.
• Actively engage in the development of innovative technologies with a focus around AI and ML for ligand-based and structure-based design.

Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills:

• A PhD (or equivalent) in chemistry, computational chemistry, modern machine learning methods applied to chemistry/biology, molecular modeling, physics, pharmacy or a related field is required.
• 1-5 years’ experience post PhD in pharma/biotech or an academic position, applying AI and ML to enable therapeutic small molecule design.
• Must be able to work cross functionally and collaboratively.
• Ability to influence and impact beyond immediate area of responsibility.

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.Why work with us?
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equitable opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.UCB and its subsidiaries encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity.Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.

Expected salary

Location

Eigenbrakel, Waals Brabant

Job date

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 23:11:05 GMT

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