Cheminformatician

Overview

BRMi is seeking a Cheminformatician to analyze and integrate chemical and biological datasets to support drug discovery, mechanism elucidation, and drug repositioning. This role would involve using computational chemistry and data analysis techniques to understand chemical properties, predict biological activity, and support research efforts.

**Will ocassionally need to come onsite to NIH sites in Maryland**

**Only eligible for candidates in the DC Metro Area (DC, MD, and VA)**

Benefits:• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance• Employer-Paid Life Insurance• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance• 401(k) Plan with Immediate Vesting eligibility on the first of the month following start date• Paid Time Off (PTO) that includes Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, and 11 Paid Holidays• Educational Assistance

Salary: 125k-140k based on experience

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Responsibilities

• Develop models and tools for compound analysis and drug-target interactions.
• Support curation and integration of chemical databases.
• Collaborate with bioinformatics and data science teams on translational projects.
• Work towards NCATS's objective of enhancing the development, testing, and implementation of therapeutics.
• Perform Other duties as assigned
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Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in cheminformatics, computational chemistry, or related field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with cheminformatics toolkits and databases.
• Familiarity with drug repurposing methodologies.
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, R) and scripting languages (e.g., UNIX/Linux) for data manipulation and analysis.
• Collaborating with researchers in various fields, including chemistry, biology, and pharmacology, to solve research problems.

** BRMi will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.**

**This is a W2 opportunity only**

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled 

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and commitment at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.