The Role:
MedChemica's primary software is the online application MCPairs, which uses science and methodology developed by the directors to design new drugs to treat serious diseases. We are in our 14th year of licensing this web based application to large pharmaceutical companies, biotechs and academic groups. MedChemica has a track record of assisting in producing new candidates drugs that are in clinical development and helping patients. We work in large scale collaborations such as the ASAP Antiviral Consortium and the OpenBind AI Consortium and the ability to work across teams and cultures is very important. You will be working in a team driving forward the continual development of new tools and interfaces for end users.
Requirements:
PhD Degree in Computational Chemistry - applications from new PhD graduates will be accepted
Experience in custom code development for computational chemistry - writing code in higher / object orientated languages like Python and using of chemistry tool kits - the RDkit / OpenEye.
Experience with software version control systems preferably Git.
Ability to travel in the EU and USA on the appropriate visa waiver schemes.
Familiarity with additional systems is a bonus.
An appreciation of full stack development
Experienced with client-server application development using relational databases
SQL database experience for designing for creating database tables and objects, MySQL database preferred
Overview:
Upon a successful interview, the MedChemica application process requests that references will be carried out.
If you would like to join our existing team of highly skilled employees in Macclesfield and be part of finding solutions to treat serious diseases, apply today. Making sure you include an up to date CV.
MedChemica is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
MedChemica employs all new starter on a fixed 1 year contract with the potential of becoming permanent.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.
Flexible / Hybrid working - initially expected to be in the office for 4 out of 5 days while becoming familiar with the codebase and project needs.
30 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Generous pension contribution and medical cover.
Pay: £38,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Macclesfield SK11 6DU
