Qubit Pharmaceuticals is looking for two Research Scientists, to help build the RNA platform, as part of the project: "Targeting RNA and RNA-protein interactions using small molecules".

The work will focus on RNA and RNA/RBP complex structure and dynamics as well as their interactions with small molecules. Polarizable molecular dynamics simulations will be used to understand the system and free energy simulations will be used to design the interactions with small molecules and propose more effective ligands. This will be done using the massively parallel software Tinker-HP and the multipolar polarizable force field AMOEBA. Advanced molecular dynamics simulation methods will also be developed and applied, to ensure adequate sampling of conformations and converged free energies.

The perfect fit for this job

At Qubit Pharmaceuticals, we are looking for talented individuals with a passion for the latest quantum technologies that can bring new ideas to problem solving and desire to apply them to design better drugs, faster. Candidate who is a great team collaborator, and open to ask questions when it is needed.

Your role

• Quantum chemistry calculations

• Molecular dynamics simulations

• Structural dynamics analysis of the systems as well as interaction pattern analysis

• Free energy simulations

• Small molecule parameterization

• Methods development

• Reporting monthly activities and contributing to scientific article writing

• Interacting with other teams

Your Qualifications

• PhD in physical chemistry, theoretical chemistry, biophysics, or a related field.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in the field (including PhD)

• Knowledge of RNA structural dynamics / RBP and RNA mechanism and interactions as well as interactions with small molecules is strongly preferred

• Knowledge of quantum chemistry is strongly preferred

• Knowledge of Molecular dynamics simulation is essential

• Knowledge in Free energy simulations is essential

• Knowledge in statistical mechanics is strongly preferred

• Knowledge in advanced sampling techniques is essential

• Very good knowledge of written and spoken English

• Good communication skills

For more information about Qubit Pharmaceuticals:
www.qubit-pharmaceuticals.com

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Qubit mission vision and values

A unique career

Qubit Pharmaceuticals is looking for talented professionals to join our team – individuals who have a passion for science, drug discovery and molecular modeling.

Our Vision

Unlock the power of quantum at scale to design better treatments for any target and every patient.

Our Mission

We pioneer quantum-aided drug design and leverage cutting-edge science to design novel molecules for complex targets.

Workplace and culture

We're a diverse mix of expertise, experience and perspectives, united around the passion to make a positive impact in drug design and discovery using the best computational technology.

We’re proud of our inclusive culture where individuals are encouraged to collaborate, lead and grow.

Our Values

We live and work by our values:

• We care genuinely

• We encourage diversity

• We value scientific excellence

• We foster resilience

• We succeed together