Computational Chemistry (Small-molecule) Intern

COMPUTATIONAL CHEMISTRY INTERNSHIP (SMALL MOLECULE)

Kalamazoo, MI

Internship Summary:

We are seeking a computational chemist with experience in structure-based drug design, ligand-based design, cheminformatics, scientific programming, and AI/machine learning applications in drug discovery. As part of our Medicinal Chemistry group, which focuses on synthesizing novel drug analogs, this role involves generating hypotheses and influencing design decisions and hit generation. The candidate will also work on developing novel computational methods or workflows to address specific or broad challenges in drug discovery.

Internship Job Duties:

As a key member of the Medicinal Chemistry teams, you will support all aspects of small molecule drug discovery, from hit identification to lead optimization and candidate selection. Responsibilities include applying virtual screening, structure-based design, and machine learning approaches to identify new substrates for relevant targets. Effective interaction with other chemistry team members and project teams within the Medicinal Chemistry department is expected.

Internship Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

- Academic training in computational chemistry, computer-aided drug design, and familiarity with AI and machine learning applications in this field

- Knowledge in one or more areas of computational chemistry, such as molecular dynamics, structure-based design, ligand-based design, quantum mechanics, QSAR, AI/ML

- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well with others

Desired Qualifications:

- Understanding of in-silico methods for drug discovery, optimization, and development within medicinal chemistry team settings

- Experience with computational software and algorithms such as MOE, Schrodinger, GROMACS, NAMD, and Desmond

- Familiarity with machine learning tools and frameworks applied in computational chemistry

- Creativity, autonomy, a positive attitude, and strong problem-solving skills

- Proficiency in scientific communication

The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position:

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $16.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $20.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $32.50 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $36.00 per hour

The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position if a selected candidate were to be located in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois (Chicago area), Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington (Seattle area):

Student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $17.00 per hour

Student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $22.00 per hour

Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour

Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour

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