Computational Chemist - Protein Engineering

Position Description:

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Encodia is a rapidly growing platform company that is developing a new generation of protein analysis tools based on single-molecule protein sequencing. Our goal is to make protein sequencing easy and ubiquitous by using a novel reverse-translation technology that turns peptide sequences into DNA. The DNA can be read by a DNA sequencer, providing a path to breakthrough proteomics research at a scale that is not practical or cost-effective using current technologies. For more information, please visit our website at 

https://www.encodia.com/

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COMPUTATIONAL CHEMIST - PROTEIN ENGINEERING

Encodia is seeking to recruit a scientist to apply machine learning, cheminformatics and structural modeling methods to build predictive models of protein binding interactions. The role will include identifying opportunities to apply computational methods; developing algorithms and models; and analyzing complex data.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Computational Biology, Computational Chemistry, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Experience building machine learning models to associate chemical structure with function.
• Experience analyzing large scale data, and familiarity with statistical analysis and machine learning.
• Experience with biophysical modeling, including molecular dynamics simulations.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with and support multiple groups across the organization.
• Programming experience in Python as well as some strongly typed language (e.g., C/C++/Java).
• Experience with command line Linux environments.
• Experience using, setting-up, and maintaining cloud-based computing environments (e.g., AWS/Azure).
• Knowledge of git or other version control systems.

Encodia requires all on-site employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and to provide proof of vaccination at time of hire. This requirement extends to candidates for employment in order to participate in on-site interviews. Any candidate who is unable to meet the requirement may participate virtually in the interview process. As required by applicable law, the Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations from this vaccine requirement where they do not cause Encodia undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others. Please let us know if you require a vaccination accommodation and a member of our Human Resources team will contact you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Building models and applying machine learning techniques to predict binding interactions.
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining novel modeling pipelines.
• Conducting high-throughput virtual screening utilizing modern computational techniques such as quantitative structure activity relationship models.
• Identifying interesting chemical and biological libraries.
• Collaborating across functions to identify opportunities for biophysical modeling.

BENEFITS:

Encodia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive and comprehensive employee benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, LTD, paid vacation, and a stock plan.

We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Encodia requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their start date. We will reasonably accommodate employees who cannot get vaccinated because of medical reasons or sincerely-held religious beliefs to the extent that any such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship for the company.

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