Computational Medicinal Chemist - Molecular Docking

Computational Medicinal Chemist – Molecular Docking

Madrid, Spain | Full-time | On-site

About the Role

TakeTalent is collaborating with PharmaMar , a leading biopharmaceutical company, to hire a talented and motivated scientist to join their R&D team with a focus on molecular docking and structure-based drug design. This is a full-time, on-site position in Madrid , offering the opportunity to contribute to early-stage discovery projects using state-of-the-art computational tools in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design, execute, and optimize molecular docking workflows.

Analyze DNA / protein-ligand interactions, assess binding poses, calculate interaction energies, and support lead optimization.

Automate computational workflows and integrate docking data with cheminformatics libraries.

Contribute to the development and validation of new computational methodologies and pipelines.

Requirements

Background in computational chemistry, bioinformatics, pharmacy, biochemistry, or a related field (MSc or PhD is a plus, but not mandatory).

Hands-on experience with molecular docking tools and structure-based drug design.

Strong analytical skills and solid understanding of ligand-receptor interactions.

Proficiency in scripting languages and experience handling large datasets.

Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset.

Research experience or scientific publications in molecular modeling are a strong plus.

What PharmaMar Offers

PharmaMar fosters a dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation drives their activities. They are strongly committed to the professional development of their employees by offering continuous training and growth opportunities.

Competitive annual gross salary + variable bonus based on goals.

Comprehensive benefits package, including on-site cafeteria, private health insurance, stock plan, and ongoing training.

A diverse, inclusive, and equal-opportunity environment.

If you are passionate about research and innovation in biotechnology and meet the requirements, we look forward to receiving your application!

Apply now through TakeTalent and be part of PharmaMar’s exciting journey in cutting-edge drug discovery.