Machine Learning and Computational Chemistry Scientist

R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Machine Learning and Computational Chemistry Scientist in South San Francisco, CA.

Your main responsibilities as a Machine Learning and Computational Chemistry Scientist:

Implement machine learning and computational chemistry-based methods to enhance mass-spectrometry workflows, focusing on small molecule drug discovery, ensuring high accuracy and efficiency in analytical processes.

Closely collaborate with other scientists and researchers within and outside MLDD to identify platform development and automation opportunities for analytical workflows that facilitate drug discovery research.

Build and scale the mass-spectrometry and analytical chemistry platform by deploying novel machine learning and computational algorithms in collaboration with experimental teams that meet the research needs of the broader department and the Client Company's community.

Contribute to and drive publications, present results at internal and external scientific conferences, and help make code and workflows open source.

What we are looking for in a Machine Learning and Computational Chemistry Scientist:

MS or PhD degree in the physical sciences (e.g. Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering) or quantitative field (e.g. Computer Science, Machine Learning) or equivalent industry research experience.

3-5 years of applicable experience.

Record of scientific excellence as evidenced by at least one publication in a scientific journal or conference.

Fluent in Python and experience with scientific software development for analytical chemistry (e.g. RDKit, MS data suite including, but not limited to, Proteowizard, Sirius, GNPS, XCMS, Asari)

Demonstrated experience with modern Python frameworks for deep learning like PyTorch

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical insurance PPO, HMO & HSA
• Dental & Vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Expense reimbursement
• Online timecard approval

Pay Scale:

$72,529 $174,604 (Dependent on Experience)

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.