Postdoctoral Training Fellow - In Silico Medicinal Chemistry

Institute of Cancer Research

  • Sutton, Greater London
  • £45,600-55,000 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Job DetailsUnder the guidance of , we are seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Training Fellow to join the In Silico Medicinal Chemistry group within the Division of Cancer Therapeutics. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting and accelerating drug discovery projects by applying innovative computational chemistry methods. Group members work in close collaboration with in-house experts in chemistry, biology, biological assays, structural chemistry, structural biology, DMPK and bioinformatics on projects at all stages of drug discovery, from early target validation and chemical hit finding, through to lead optimisation and candidate selection.About youThe successful candidate must have a PhD in computational chemistry or a related field as well as a wide-ranging knowledge and experience in the use of computational chemistry methods.
Candidates who are nearing completion of their PhD may apply, but confirmation on awarded PhD is required within 6 months of employment.The ICR has a workforce agreement stating that Postdoctoral Training Fellows can only be employed for up to 7 years as PDTF at the ICR, providing total postdoctoral experience (including previous employment at this level elsewhere) does not exceed 7 years.For general information on Postdocs at The ICR, more information can be found .Department/Directorate Information:This position will be within the in Sutton. The Division of Cancer Therapeutics hosts collaborative research across the , the , and the .What we offer
  • A dynamic and supportive research environment
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
  • Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
  • Competitive salary and pension
We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion on the role, please contact Dr. Andrea Scarpino via email atAbout The Institute of Cancer ResearchWhy work for us?As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of .The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, here to find out further information.The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found .At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back - if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.£45,600 to £55,000. Competitive

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