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Date: Mon Jun 23 12:06:55 2008
Subject: 08.06.23 Computational Chemist, Evotec (UK) Ltd, Oxfordshire, UK
Evotec is a leader in the discovery and development of novel small
molecule drugs. The Company has established a powerful platform that is
applicable to targets across all therapeutic areas and has specific
expertise in the area of Central Nervous System (CNS) related diseases
where it is building a pipeline of drug candidates for partnering. Through
research collaborations and proprietary projects Evotec is providing the
highest quality research results to its partners in the pharmaceutical and
biotechnology industries.
Evotec is currently seeking two PhD level scientists to join the
Computational Chemistry Group at our Abingdon facility near Oxford, U.K.
The successful applicant will work alongside colleagues in Chemistry,
Biology and Structural Biology in an interdisciplinary environment and
actively contribute to projects at all stages of the drug discovery and
development process.
Minimum Requirements:
Degree in Chemistry or a related subject
PhD in Computational Chemistry or a related subject
Experience of computer programming
Strong presentation and communication skills, and high standard of written work
Desirable Skills:
Knowledge of structure-based and ligand-based drug design
Techniques for virtual screening and chemical library design
Knowledge of molecular simulation techniques (e.g. molecular dynamics)
Supervisory/team leadership experience
We offer competitive salaries, extensive benefits including a company
pension plan, and private medical and dental insurance cover. Please
apply online through the careers page at www.evotec.com.
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