Co-op, Cheminformatics and Computational Chemistry

Job Description

This application is for a 6-month student role from January - June 2025. Resume review begins in October 2024. 

We are seeking a creative and self-motivated computational chemist/cheminformatics with excellent communication skills to join the computational chemistry group at Biogen. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply his/her computational chemistry and programming skills to a project of relevance for many pharmaceutical and biotech companies and to work collaboratively with the computational chemistry group to advance the development of the Biogen Generative AI platform as well as Molecular Informatics Open-Source Platform.  

In this position, the candidate will work closely with members of the group and will learn about drug discovery as well as other areas the group is involved in including molecular design and optimization, and machine learning. 

Position Description 

• Implement a molecular shape comparison algorithm based on the published methods. 
• Validate the method in internal data and compare them with commercial software.  
• Implement the user-interface of molecular shape comparison toolkit on Biogen Molecular Informatics Open-Source Platform.  
• Write reports and give presentations to internal/external audience. 
• Publish the project work on GitHub and peer-reviewed scientific journals. 

Qualifications

• B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. students pursuing studies in computational chemistry, cheminformatics or relevant field 
• Strong Python programming skills 

To participate in the Biogen Co-op Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria: 

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. 
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date 
• Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university 

Education 

• A Ph.D. student in cheminformatics, computational chemistry, computer science, or relevant field is preferred 

Location

• This role is on-site in Cambridge, MA.

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.