Cryo-EM Computational Scientist – Cutting-Edge Drug Discovery

Job title:

Cryo-EM Computational Scientist – Cutting-Edge Drug Discovery

Company

SoCode

Job description

Are you a skilled Cryo-EM Computational Scientist looking for an opportunity to work at the forefront of drug discovery and structural biology? I am working with a pioneering biotech company that is driving innovation in fragment-based drug discovery (FBDD) and structure-based drug design (SBDD).This is an exciting chance to join a leading Molecular Sciences team that is investing heavily in cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) technologies to accelerate drug discovery. With access to state-of-the-art cryo-EM facilities, including high-end electron microscopes and an advanced data processing platform, you will play a key role in developing and enhancing computational workflows for single-particle analysis.Key Responsibilities:🔹 Enhance and optimize cryo-EM data processing pipelines, integrating new and existing software
🔹 Monitor and evaluate image processing technologies to improve automation and accuracy
🔹 Develop front-end user interfaces and database back-end systems for data analysis
🔹 Support scientists in data processing, sample preparation, and data acquisition
🔹 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to push the boundaries of structural biologyWhat We’re Looking For:✔ Extensive experience in single-particle analysis processing, including postdoctoral research
✔ Strong ability to assess processing quality and optimize 2D/3D classification methods
✔ Proven expertise in Python (HTML, JavaScript, CSS knowledge is a plus)
✔ Experience in cryo-EM sample preparation and automated data acquisition
✔ Ability to work independently in a cutting-edge, multidisciplinary environmentWhy Join?💡 Work with leading experts in computational structural biology.
🖥️ Access to state-of-the-art cryo-EM facilities and high-performance computing infrastructure.
🚀 Competitive salary, excellent training and career development opportunities.
If you’re passionate about driving scientific breakthroughs in drug discovery, this role is for you.

Expected salary

£45000 – 55000 per year

Location

Cambridge

Job date

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:27:48 GMT

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